eleblog

“Yuk Ming (Peter) Ho of Richmond, British Columbia received a $9,000.00 fine yesterday after pleading guilty in
Richmond Provincial Court to illegally importing over 30,000 pieces of African elephant ivory. Mr. Ho was also ordered to pay a further $9,000.00 to TRAFFIC, (a division of the World Wildlife Fund,) to support programs for the
conservation of the African elephant, and to forfeit all of the ivory seized during the investigation which wildlife officers have estimated to be worth over $100,000.00 at the retail level.” - CNW Group

“The Calgary Zoo is excited to announce the official opening of the much-anticipated Elephant Crossing. This building is the wonderful new home for the Calgary Zoo’s elephant family and will present state-of-the-art technology and learning opportunities that will enhance the
zoo visitors’ experience.” - CNW Group

“Environment Canada has laid 4 charges against Yuk Ming Ho of Richmond, British Columbia for alleged violations of
the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act (WAPPRIITA). The charges stem from an investigation by Environment Canada’s Wildlife Enforcement Division, Pacific and
Yukon Region. Mr. Ho has been given notice to appear in Richmond Provincial Court on April 26, 2007.” - CNW Group

“The Walt Disney World Resort’s animal care team
welcomed a 233 pound bundle of joy to Disney’s Animal Kingdom earlier this
week. The female African elephant calf arrived early Monday morning, and joins
her 21-year-old mother Donna after 21 months (gestation) in the womb. The calf
has not yet been named.” - CNW Group