Nhi Linh appears to be recovering well post-partum. She is with Trong Nhi and Bozie, and they are helping settle her and guide her through this process. Bozie, as an experienced mother, is helping her herdmates sort out the calf’s role in their lives. She has had a significant positive impact, and the concerning behaviors we noted previously have decreased significantly each day.
A “howdy” wall between the enclosures allows the calf, Nhi Linh, Bozie and Trong Nhi to interact safely. They are able to see, smell and hear one another at all times. During the day, when keepers are present in the Barn, the elephants have the ability to reach out and touch each other with their trunks, if they so choose.