In brief
Washington, D.C. welcomed its newest celebrity, Linh Mai, an Asian elephant calf born on February 2. This playful and curious young elephant has already won the affection of zoo staff and visitors alike as she explores her new home at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. Visitors now have the chance to observe her antics via the zoo's live elephant cam.
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 Feb. 2 after nearly two years of pregnancy.Robbie Clark, the zoo’s elephant manager, stated, “Linh Mai is a hoot, she’s a fantastic little elephant to get to know.” He noted, “She’s very curious,” adding that she is learning to be playful with her environment and shows confidence.The Asian elephants at the National Zoo live in an expansive area known as Elephant Trails, which features outdoor walkways and pools for them to explore. For those unable to visit Washington, Linh Mai can be seen live on the zoo’s elephant cam.