Just how do you move elephants?

The day before the elephants are located, the transport trucks start to mobilise. The trucks are huge with specially…

The day finally arrives

It takes a whole team to make a successful translocation. Alongside all the experts there can also be another lot of…

Step by step guide

Darting is carried out by the wildlife vet, with all doses measured, packed and sorted before the helicopter takes to the skies.

Matriarch is the target

The operation begins with helicopters. They need to first locate the animals, then herd them into an area where…

What a moment!

This film shows the tight family bonds that elephant have. Notice how the herd sticks together, clustered around the matriarch.

Incredible to see elephant upside-down

It is hard to believe that these animals are being lifted by cranes onto trucks. It looks dangerous, but thanks to the…

The journey begins

Once the animals are down and stable, a ground team from the trucks comes to assist. Then it’s relatively simple…

Trucks cross country

Trucks, cranes, cameramen. This stage of the translocation needs as much manpower and planning as the rest.

Breath-holding is essential

When the elephants are finally released, everyone breathes a sigh of relief. For the duration of the elephants’ journey…

Special moment

This is the most exciting, and nerve-racking part of any translocation. Releasing the elephant is a huge moment for…

Last elephants arrive in Zinave

It’s the end of the second day and the final truckload of elephant are arriving at Zinave National Park.

Another successful translocation

Over the last seven days the translocation of elephant has been shared here on Peace Parks TV. Stay tuned as there will…

Wildlife veterinarian Dr João Almeida

Watch the full interview with wildlife veterinarian, Dr João Almeida, for a fascinating insight into the where, how and…

Elephant translocation a success

Zinave National Park remains committed to bringing an end to poaching and authorities have reported the seizure of…

Very cute but also clever

A baby elephant, or calf, stands about 1 metre tall and weighs in around 90 kg. For the first few months they…