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Giraffe Calves Found Safe After Yearlong Disappearance Linked to Natural Bridge Zoo
us-news24 days ago

Giraffe Calves Found Safe After Yearlong Disappearance Linked to Natural Bridge Zoo

Two giraffe calves missing from Natural Bridge Zoo have been located and safely transferred to the Georgia Safari Conservation Park after more than a year of investigation by the Virginia attorney general’s office; authorities have not disclosed where the calves were found or how they were moved due to an active criminal investigation. The case follows past animal‑care violations at the zoo, which led to seizures in 2023 and a conviction for the owner. PETA joined the effort with a reward offer, and officials urge anyone with information about the calves’ illegal movement to call 804-786-2071.

via NBC4 Washington|
#animal-cruelty#georgia-safari-conservation-park#giraffes
Two missing Virginia giraffes found safe after zoo investigation
us-news26 days ago

Two missing Virginia giraffes found safe after zoo investigation

Two baby giraffes that vanished from the Natural Bridge Zoo in Virginia in 2025 were located safe during an extensive investigation and have been placed in a professional facility for medical and behavioral care. The Natural Bridge Zoo has a history of legal trouble, including a 2023 animal-cruelty probe that led to seizures of nearly 100 animals and the arrest of co-owner Gretchen Mogensen. Births occurred around April 2025 but the newborns disappeared, prompting further scrutiny. A reward offered by Alicia Silverstone is noted in the report, and Virginia prosecutors emphasize accountability and public safety in resolving the case.

via New York Post|
#animal-cruelty#animal-rescue#giraffes
Giraffe calves recovered after year-long disappearance at Virginia's Natural Bridge Zoo
world26 days ago

Giraffe calves recovered after year-long disappearance at Virginia's Natural Bridge Zoo

Two baby giraffes missing from Virginia's Natural Bridge Zoo were found safe and are now in the care of a professional giraffe facility, months after investigators seized nearly 100 animals from the zoo in an abuse probe; four zoo co-owners face misdemeanor charges, and authorities say 95 animals were seized with 28 dead, though no details were released about how or where the giraffes were located.

via The Independent|
#animals#giraffes#missing
Two missing Virginia giraffe calves find safe haven at Georgia park as investigation continues
local29 days ago

Two missing Virginia giraffe calves find safe haven at Georgia park as investigation continues

Two baby giraffes that vanished from Virginia's Natural Bridge Zoo in 2025 have been relocated to Georgia's Safari Conservation Park in Madison as part of an ongoing criminal investigation into the zoo's care practices; after a court-ordered seizure and penalties against the owners, the calves were found and are now receiving veterinary and behavioral care at the Georgia park, with authorities continuing the probe into their transport and concealment.

via WSB-TV|
#criminal-investigation#georgia-safari-conservation-park#giraffes
Giraffes Proposed for Endangered Species Protection Amid Decline
environment1 year ago

Giraffes Proposed for Endangered Species Protection Amid Decline

The US Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed listing giraffes under the Endangered Species Act for the first time, covering five subspecies. This move aims to combat poaching and habitat loss, which have significantly reduced giraffe populations. The listing will require permits for importing giraffe parts into the US and is expected to enhance conservation efforts. Environmental groups welcome the proposal, though they criticize the delay in action. The decision is open for public comment until February 2024, with a final rule expected thereafter.

via The Guardian|
#conservation#endangered-species-act#environment
"Rare Giraffe Births: From The Wilds to Franklin Park Zoo and Metro Richmond Zoo"
wildlife-conservation2 years ago

"Rare Giraffe Births: From The Wilds to Franklin Park Zoo and Metro Richmond Zoo"

The Wilds, a conservation center in Ohio, celebrated the birth of an endangered baby giraffe, marking a significant achievement for the species. The Masai calf is the 22nd giraffe born at the center, and both the mother and father have a history of successful breeding. The birth was recommended by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan, which aims to improve the genetic health and diversity of endangered species. Masai giraffes are facing threats such as habitat loss, civil unrest, poaching, and environmental changes, leading to a nearly 50% decline in their population over the past three decades. The Wilds and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium have contributed over $172,000 to conservation projects for giraffes in their native habitats.

via NBC4 WCMH-TV|
#breeding-program#conservation#endangered-species
Tragic Loss: Baby Giraffe Succumbs to Grief at Texas Zoo
wildlife3 years ago

Tragic Loss: Baby Giraffe Succumbs to Grief at Texas Zoo

A 10-year-old Masai giraffe named Penelope and her one-month-old calf, Zuri, died just days apart at the Cameron Park Zoo in Texas. Penelope became ill and passed away, followed by her calf. The zoo is conducting necropsies and an independent review to determine the cause of their deaths. Masai giraffes are an endangered species known for their distinctive blotches and can live up to 13 years, reaching heights of 13 to 17 feet and weighing over 4,000 lbs.

via Insider|
#endangered-species#giraffes#texas