Elephant Charley's release into his bigger enclosure

Charley the elephant enters his adaptation enclosure at Shambala Private Reserve

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Release of Elephant Charley to outdoor enclosure at Shambala Private Reserve

Elephant Charley for the first time feels the African savanna

To prepare the 42-year-old tusker for an independent life in the wild, he is receiving special care and a rich diet of vegetables, fruits, hey and branches to gain weight

Charley entering his adaption enclosure at Shambala Private Game Reserve

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