Disney’s Elephant Extravaganza!
- For the first time in seven years, an African elephant calf, Corra, was born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort.
- The birth of this lil’ Dumbo was orchestrated through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, a program focused on responsible breeding.
- Mama elephant, Nadirah is taking Corra backstage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom for some un-interrupted mother-daughter bonding time.
- Nadirah is a park celeb herself, being born at Animal Kingdom in 2005. This makes Corra the first second-generation calf to be born in the park. Talk about a Disney princess!
- Aunt Luna played midwife through Nadirah’s first birth, embodying the true sisterhood of the elephant community, who assist in raising young ones until they are typically around 8 years old.
- The baby bump news sprung up in 2022, and since then Nadirah has been under VIP care of Disney’s animal care team throughout her nearly 22-month pregnancy.
- Disney’s team of elephant-nannies are keeping a watchful eye for significant milestones such as successful nursing and weight gain. A backstage pass to an elephant diary!
The Realist’s Take
This is not just your typical mother-daughter Disney princess story. No evil stepmom, no poison apple, just pure elephant-sized affectionate drama! Over in Florida, we have a fresh Disney baby making history as the first second-generation calf to be born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Named Corra, she is not just a baby elephant but the park’s ultimate VIP (Very Important Pachyderm). With Aunt Luna as midwife and mom Nadirah under the spotlight, it’s like ‘Keeping Up with the Pachyderms.’ Forget about Mickey, it’s all about the elephants at Disney. As we eagerly wait for Corra’s public appearance, remember, Simba’s probably pursing his lion lips in jealousy. Hakuna Matata, folks!
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