Fresno Chaffee Zoo shares ultrasound video of two baby elephants

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- There is some exciting baby news at the Fresno Chaffee Zoo!

Right now, there are not one but two pregnant elephants.
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The two elephants, Nolwazi and Amahle, have been pregnant since late summer 2022.

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The gestation period for elephants can be nearly two years long.
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The expectant elephants undergo regular checkups with zoo veterinarians, who ensure the animals are comfortable during their ultrasounds.

This marks the first time the Zoo will welcome a baby elephant into the world, and you have an opportunity to get involved.



On May 2nd, the zoo will livestream an elephant ultrasound on its Facebook page.
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