Julie spent 40 years in captivity before being released into a 1,000-acre sanctuary, a charity says.

The first resident has arrived at the Pangea sanctuary in Alentejo, presented as Europe’s first large-scale elephant refuge.

Animal rights protesters gathered outside an arena in Pendleton to protest the use of an elephant in a traveling circus.

“The elephants I grew to know and love at the circus were beaten daily with sharp bull hooks and chained like prisoners for hours on end.”” After nearly nine years of intense legal wrangling, the ...

Washington, DC—After nearly a decade of litigation, the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI) will continue its battle to protect endangered Asian elephants from abuse at the hands of Ringling Bros. and ...

There's something about elephants that is simply majestic. From their massive size, graceful movements, and peaceful demeanor, these surreal creatures are always a must see for zoo visitors. One ...