Before we see elephants at Elephant Valley in the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, we come face to face with destruction, only the wreckage is beautiful. AdvertisementAn aerial view of Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, home to eight elephants. Since meetings about Elephant Valley began around 2019, the staff worked to touch on themes related to migration and conservation. AdvertisementWater areas in Elephant Valley have been redesigned with ramps and steps to make it easier for the elephants to navigate. One of the two entrances to Elephant Valley is outfitted with bee boxes; bees are known to be a natural elephant deterrent and can help in preventing the animals from disrupting crops or communities.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 04, 2026 18:31 UTC