Bronx Zoo in Bronx County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Look for the Skeleton
These are the actual remains of a 35-year-old male elephant who was poached for his ivory in 1989. We have been working to ensure fewer African elephants suffer the same fate.
A Cautious Comeback
Although some are now protected in reserves, many elephants in Africa are still poached for their ivory due to global demand.
1980: 1,200,000 African elephants
1990: 600,000 African elephants
2006: 690,000 African elephants
We are Helping Elephants
WCS is working in Africa to reinforce and expand protected areas and decrease poaching. We are also working to reduce the demand for ivory through outreach and education.
Erected by Wildlife Conservation Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1989.
Location. 40° 50.847′ N, 73° 52.718′ W. Marker is in Bronx, New York, in Bronx County. It is in Bronx Zoo. Marker can be reached from Jungle World Road south of Bronx River Parkway, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx NY 10460, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Tommies: Tiny but Tough (a few steps from this marker);
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 102 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
