The first of the elephants has made the move to Werribee Open Range Zoo,
Luk Chai yesterday was taken to the new enclosure at the local zoo from his old Melbourne Zoo home.
He’s the first of nine Asian elephants who’ll be calling Werribee home.
Zoos Victoria said it was an important move.
“Melbourne Zoo’s elephant herd is moving to Werribee Open Range Zoo to provide them with a more natural and spacious environment,” their website says.
“Both zoos are part of Zoos Victoria, which incorporates Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Kyabram Fauna Park.
“The new 21-hectare habitat at Werribee has been specially designed to meet the needs of elephants, offering larger spaces for roaming, foraging, and socialising.
“This move aligns with our commitment to providing the highest standard of care and wellbeing for these incredible animals.”
