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Over the last month, our teams here at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium have had so much fun watching our newest elephant calf grow, learn, and explore. From 24-hour watches to tracking data and facilitating herd introductions, there’s so much behind-the-scenes work that our teams have done to make sure this calf is healthy, growing, and on-track with all her milestones.

We know you love this baby girl as much as we do, so consider this video your official update on baby girl and the herd! One more

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Fall Family Fun at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium!

Looking for the best fall activities in Columbus, Ohio? The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is the ultimate destination for family-friendly outdoor adventures this autumn.

Enjoy crisp fall air, colorful leaves crunching underfoot, and animals who love the cooler temperatures of the season. From kid-friendly activities to special seasonal events, there’s something for everyone—whether you’re planning a family day trip near Columbus, a memorable outing with grandparents, or just love exploring the beauty of fall.

Highlights include:

Fall animal experiences

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A fun fact about our newest elephant calf: she loves to play in the sand!

But this isn’t just unique to her – all elephants love to coat themselves with sand. This behavior, called dusting, is a vital behavior where elephants use their trunks to spray dirt, dust, or mud all over their bodies to protect their skin from the sun, act as a natural sunscreen, and repel parasites and biting insects.

This is why you’ll often see Sunny spraying dust all over the calf and coating her