We're turning one!
Celebrate with us on August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
- Birthday enrichment
- Meet the Keepers
- Zoo Character Ambassadors for pictures
A Big Step for the Calves
Rita Jean will be receiving the EEHV vaccine in August 2026, and Oliver will follow this fall.
"I'm just a baby!"
Rita Jean's a big sister now, but this blog will let you reminisce about her first 30 days.
The little brother, Ollie.
Ollie melted our hearts when he arrived on October 21, 2025. Read about his first moments!
Meet the Herd!
Want to know who's related to who? Check out this family tree of the Asian elephants at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!
The Teams Behind it All
The Elephant Care team and Conservation Medicine team have been working around the clock to ensure the herd has what it needs to thrive. Join us in thanking them, and all of the Animal Care teams at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!
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Join the millions of users who follow the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's social media presence, and stay up to date with all-things baby elephant!
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