The Center will be a professional elephant care facility focused on advancing the care of elephants in North America. It will:
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Support population management for North American elephants cared for in AZA-accredited zoos across the country. For example, it will provide a flexible habitat for bull elephants, herds and social groupings and help support the elephant programs in the 73 zoos with elephant programs.
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Serve as a centralized training facility for elephant keepers, veterinarians and others.
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Conduct and contribute to husbandry research to determine the best methods of animal care.
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Participate in conservation projects in partnership with accredited zoos and elephant conservationists worldwide.
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