Photo by Timi Keszthelyi on Pexels – What you’re seeing in the photo is likely a captive elephant calf confined in an enclosure, interacting with a large, heavy concrete or stone ball. This type of ball is not a toy in the enriching or playful sense — it appears to be a control object, commonly used in zoos or holding pens to occupy the animal or restrict movement subtly.
How to spot a real animal sanctuary (and avoid scams disguised as rescue)
