“The capital levy will also pay for larger elephant and rhino facilities. Expanding the elephant yard means the zoo can comply with Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ standards. Because wild female elephants live in social groups, the AZA recommends zoos house no fewer than three females. Plus, part of the elephant yard will be upgraded to hold a male. Without strengthening the elephant facility, the zoo would not be able to keep Louie, the 3-year-old African elephant born in Toledo.” - - toledoblade.com -

“I’m writing to clarify the status of the Toledo Zoo’s elephant program and how it relates to Issues 3 and 4, our two levies on the May primary ballot.” - - toledoblade.com

“The baby skipped out into the open, lifting his fat little forelegs high in an elephantine prance. Undaunted by a phalanx of rolling cameras, he scooted back to mom for a quick snack, and trotted to the front of the enclosure to inspect his visitors. Apparently unimpressed, he stretched out on the floor and went to sleep.” - Toledo Blade

“The elephant calf born last month at the Toledo Zoo is beginning to nurse, which is a major step in the development of a healthy relationship with its mother.” - Toledo Blade