Oregon Zoo Debuts Tula-Tu, Highlights Conservation

Tula-Tu, a two-week-old Asian elephant calf born to Rose-Tu, made her public debut at the Oregon Zoo on February 21st. Visitors can see the calf between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Forest Hall, with limited capacity and viewing times. The zoo emphasizes the importance of keeping noise levels low to help the mother and calf acclimate to their environment. Tula-Tu has garnered national attention, including from NBC's 'Today Show,' highlighting the significance of conservation efforts for Asian elephants, which are endangered due to habitat loss and human conflict. The Oregon Zoo is involved in conservation initiatives, including partnerships to protect elephants in Borneo and a $1 million endowment for Asian elephant care. This public interest is hoped to boost awareness and support for elephant conservation efforts globally.