Rose-Tu and baby are doing really well today. The baby is trotting around the stall with Rose-Tu showing lots of energy and vigor. The staff gave mom and baby an opportunity to see her big brother Samudra and touch trunks...
The newest addition to the Oregon Zoo elephant herd is doing phenomenal and has bonded well so far to Rose-Tu. She is moving around well, is quite bold and is already exploring her new environment...
The long wait is over. Rose-Tu, an 18-year-old Asian elephant, gave birth to a 300-pound female calf at the Oregon Zoo at 2:17 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 30. “We’re all delighted at the arrival of Rose-Tu’s new calf,” said Kim Smith, Oregon Zoo director...
During an ultrasound this morning, animal staff could see the baby’s feet beginning to enter the birth canal — a good sign, since baby elephants are supposed to enter the world feet-first. The baby is active and Rose-Tu remains comfortable and calm...
Oregon Zoo veterinary staff prepares for birth of Rose-Tu’s second calf. Being the doc on call when an elephant goes into labor is not a job for the faint-hearted...
