I've spent a wee bit of time at the zoo lately -- especially with the Asian Elephants.
This is Mithai.
She celebrated her 44th birthday earlier in May.
She is the matriarch of the herd and spends a lot of time keeping the youngsters in line.
A little Spa time before dealing with the kids.
Mithai with Baylor.
He gets a little rambunctious and picks on little Tupelo.
Mithai decided Baylor should just stay in the pool!
Splash time!
Tess (Tupelo's Mom) and Shanti (Baylor's Mom) let Mithai discipline Baylor.
Looks like fun!
Baylor really does think he is the star of the show.
He is named after the Baylor College of Medicine.
BCM and the Houston Zoo have joined together to do research on the
Elephant Herpes Virus which is deadly to Asian Elephants in captivity and in the wild.
They've made progress -- especially in finding new treatments.
Thank you to Mary for hosting Mosaic Monday
and to Misty for the wonderful Camera Critters.
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Wishing YOU well and much joy!
These are wonderful pictures. I never know whether to love seeing animals in the zoo or feel bad for them. I know life in the wilds isn't always rosy for them either. These certainly do look like they are enjoying themselves.
ReplyDeleteCute post, I love the elephants at the zoo. And Baylor is a cutie! Great photos and mosaic. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteGreat photos of wonderful beasts. They do seem to be enjoying themselves.
ReplyDeleteOh Snap thanks for sharing these precious creatures with us. I love them. Great photos.
ReplyDeleteThey must be so much fun to watch. Does Mithai have any children or is she just an overbearing auntie?
ReplyDeleteThey are such amazing creatures - Baylor is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteBath time is always fun. Thanks for sharing these delightful images.
ReplyDeleteOh, how very very sweet!
ReplyDeleteOh WOW, did you get some great shots! I have an affinity for elephants. Looks like they had a great time, as well as you.
ReplyDeleteLOVE the new look of your blog ♥
**blows kisses**
Deb
bless those beasts! glad they are well cared for!
ReplyDeleteSome much love and attention is always obvious between elephants, love your shots! xox
ReplyDeleteElephants are such amazing animals -- I imagine this was a hoot to watch in person. :)
ReplyDeleteElephants are such majestic creatures. I love them, and your photos are great.
ReplyDeleteInteresting post Snap, they are intelligent creatures that have emotions.
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Judith
You got some fabulous action shots Snap! That Matriarch is BIG!
ReplyDeleteeine wundervolle Bilderreihe..ich mag Elefanten
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Wonderful photos! They look like they really enjoy bathing a lot.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous, so Majestic and so cute also!
ReplyDeleteHappy Sunday,
Jacoba
Sweet!!!! What a great post of such a celebration...44 years. That's awesome. And Baylor, cute, cute, cute.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE ZOOS.
This is a wonderful post! It is always nice to see when animals are well cared for. Love the elephants playing with youngsters!
ReplyDeleteElephants are such social creatures - fun to watch them interact. Thanks for sharing these wonderful photos.
ReplyDeleteSuch fun to swim and play all day. Delightful photos. Valerie
ReplyDeleteGreat shots. Lot of fun there.
ReplyDeleteabsolutely loved seeing that adorable creatures!
ReplyDeletei love elephants (so smart animals) and i also love your blog!
have a great week ahead~
Wonderful shots and mosaics Snap! I have a special place in my heart for elephants!
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