Granddad

We’ve been hearing about Granddad since we arrived here in Amboseli Park. He is one of the last “tuskers.” Two days ago, we finally saw him. His tusks are more than seven feet long. I have never seen anything like them.

Granddad has been living here for more than 60 years. He’s experienced everything, and he’s survived countless threats from human beings. Young men have been tested their courage against him, and poachers have hunted him for his ivory. His experience and courage has saved him so far.

For the last two days, Granddad has been moving slowly through the tall grass. He has been eating and resting. Luckily, it has rained a lot this year, and even the biggest elephants have been finding enough food and water.

Watching this elephant has been an incredible experience. I hope he is still here when we come back next year!