Saving minor animals is a common thing around the world. Numerous kind folks take that action without even giving it a second thought. Nothing beats adopting a stray dog or an abandoned kitten when you’re searching for a new pet.

What about bigger animals, though? Do we think of taking care of elephants? They obviously require more maintenance, but because the ivory trade has left so many baby elephants without mothers, they are dependent on assistance to live.

Fortunately, one woman called Daphne Sheldrick committed her entire life to taking care of these baby elephants, providing them with motherly guidance and aiding in their release back into nature.

Born in Kenya, the woman visited her father at the nature camp where he was stationed and immediately realized she wished to work with animals.

Daphne began taking care of abandoned creatures as early as when she was a young adult. Shwe wished to live her life in wild nature full of animals.

She accomplished her goal, and together with her husband, she created the biggest and most famous National Park in the region. They helped numerous animals get better over 20 years.

Sadly, her husband passed away, and she founded the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi as a way to pay tribute to her late husband.

The charity is dedicated to the recovery of elephants. It functions as a type of orphanage for newborn elephants whose moms were slain.

Baby elephants lack the skills needed to stay alive as they are deprived of their mother from a very early age.

However, at her Trust, staff members take on the motherly role by giving the animals food and care, teaching them skills that their parents would typically teach them, and even engaging in games. In order to provide elephants with the nourishment they require for optimal development, Daphne also contributed to the creation of a specific diet and milk formula.

The woman formed a special connection with the giant animals. They greeted her, knowing and feeling that she substituted their mother.

Due to her endless efforts, Daphne Sheldrick received a damehood from Queen Elizabeth II in recognition of her lifetime contributions to conservation.

Daphne passed away in April 2018, but her foundation is still active, guaranteeing that these lovely creatures continue to receive the care they require.

Let’s acknowledge this amazing woman for all the amazing things she accomplished throughout her lifetime and raise awareness for her nonprofit organization!