Photo by: Grahm S. Jones, AP
This undated file photo provided by Columbus Zoo and Aquarium shows an Asian baby elephant, born Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, in Powell, Ohio.
We are heartbroken to announce that the female elephant calf born at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on December 6 died at approximately 1:30 this afternoon after a sudden illness.
The calf was being monitored 24 hours a day by members of her care team.
She was observed nursing overnight, but at 6:30 a.m. she appeared sluggish. The veterinary team determined she had an infection and administered fluids, antibiotics, and blood plasma from her mother, Phoebe.
She appeared to rebound and nursed before her health rapidly declined again. A full necropsy (animal autopsy) will be conducted and results will not be available for several weeks.
“At only a few weeks of age, this little calf had already won our hearts. She was a cherished member of our Zoo family, and we are mourning her passing,” said Columbus Zoo President/CEO Tom Stalf.
“I have the privilege of working alongside amazing, compassionate and dedicated animal experts. Our team is going through an exceptionally difficult time with our recent unrelated losses, and we are appreciative of the outpouring of support we receive from near and far.”
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