History: Mae Boun Nam was born in Ban Namon Village, Thongmixay District, Sayaboury Province, where she lived with her mother, Mae Thong, and her mahout’s family. Mae Thong had three calves, including a male named Phai Kham Sing, who also resides at the Elephant Conservation Center (ECC).
At the age of 11, Mae Boun Nam began her work in Hongsa District, transporting tourists during forest treks. Due to her young age, she was never involved in logging activities.
Throughout her life, Mae Boun Nam has experienced three pregnancies with mixed outcomes. Her first calf, a healthy male, was sold when he was four years old and now lives at the ECC. Tragically, her second pregnancy ended when she was shot by a frightened farmer, resulting in the loss of her calf. Her third pregnancy in 2013 sadly resulted in a stillbirth.
Mae Boun Nam
Distinguishing features: Small in size, many pink freckles on top of the eyes, at the base of the trunk and in the tip of ears, scar on the right side of her body, both her tusks are broken, wrinkles on the face and around the eyes, very long and hairy tail
Personality traits: Mae Boun Nam is very friendly, social, maternal and curious elephant. She loves to play and swim in the water. She also enjoys socializing with the other elephants. Her motivation is mainly food. She is very compliant during target training.
Maternity: 3 calves, only 1 survived
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