WASHINGTON (AP) — The hottest new celebrity in Washington, D.C., is Asian elephant calf Linh Mai, who made her public debut Wednesday at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. She is the first elephant calf born at the zoo in 25 years. Mother elephant Nhi Linh gave birth to Linh Mai on February 2 after nearly two years of pregnancy. Robbie Clark, the zoo’s elephant manager, said, “Linh Mai is a hoot, she’s a fantastic little elephant to get to know.” “She’s very curious,” Clark added. “She’s learning how to be quite playful with the enrichment and the environment that she’s living in, and she’s confident.” The Asian elephants at the National Zoo live in an expansive area called Elephant Trails, which contains outdoor walkways and pools. Fans who can’t visit Washington can check out Linh Mai on the zoo’s elephant cam.
Meet Linh Mai: The New Star of Smithsonian's National Zoo
Meet Linh Mai: The New Star of Smithsonian's National Zoo
Linh Mai, the Asian elephant calf, makes her debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, captivating hearts and offering a glimpse into her playful nature.
Linh Mai, an Asian elephant calf born on February 2, 2023, at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, has made her public debut. She is the first elephant calf born at the zoo in 25 years, drawing attention for her curious and playful demeanor. The zoo's elephant manager describes her as a fantastic addition to the facility, where visitors can observe her through the zoo's elephant cam.
