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Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah raising her trunk at London Zoo
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Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah raising her trunk at London Zoo
3066196 Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah raising her trunk at London Zoo, August 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Oojah had been presented to the Zoo on the 27th April 1925 by C. John Pym. Once thought to be a separate species, the African Pygmy Elephant is now believed to be a morph of the African Forest Elephant.); eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright
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This photograph captures a rare moment of connection between a young female African Pygmy Elephant named Oojah and her captivated audience at the London Zoo in August 1925. The image, taken by Frederick William Bond, showcases Oojah raising her trunk with grace and curiosity. Oojah's presence at the zoo was significant as she had been presented as a gift just months prior by C. John Pym on April 27th, 1925. At that time, the African Pygmy Elephant was believed to be its own distinct species; however, it is now understood to be a morph of the African Forest Elephant. The profile shot beautifully highlights Oojah's majestic features - her expressive eyes, delicate ears, and powerful trunk reaching towards the sky. This portrait serves as a reminder of both the beauty and vulnerability of these magnificent creatures. Bridging history with nature conservation, this photograph offers us an intimate glimpse into an era when wildlife preservation was beginning to take shape. It invites us to reflect upon our responsibility towards protecting endangered species like Oojah's kin today. As we admire this timeless image captured by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder, let us remember that every creature deserves our respect and care – for they are not merely subjects in photographs but vital members of our shared planet Earth.
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