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 lives at the ECC. At 11, Mae Boun Nam began working in Hongsa District, transporting tourists during forest treks. She was never employed in logging due to her young age. Mae Boun Nam has had three pregnancies with mixed outcomes. Her first calf, a healthy male, was sold at age four and now resides at the ECC. Her second pregnancy ended tragically when she was shot by a frightened farmer, causing her to lose her calf. The third pregnancy in 2013 resulted in a stillborn.
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 tushes 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 food and for these reasons, she is the best elephant at completing the Enrichment activities. She is compliant during target training.
Maternity: 3 calves, only 1 survived
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