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“Animals are indeed more ancient, more complex and in many ways more sophisticated than us. They are more perfect because they remain within Nature’s fearful symmetry just as Nature intended. They should be respected and revered, but perhaps none more so than the elephant, the world’s most emotionally human land mammal.”

Quote by Daphne Sheldrick

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Daphne Sheldrick
Daphne Sheldrick

Daphne Sheldrick is a renowned wildlife conservationist and author. Born on June 4, 1934, she is best known for her work in protecting African wildlife, particularly elephants. Mrs. Sheldrick founded the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage in Kenya, providing refuge and rehabilitation for young elephants who have lost their mothers. more

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