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Mondy mourning
Stirling Observer
|February 11, 2026
The last remaining African elephant at Blair Drummond dies at the age of 54
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Blair Drummond Safari Park said goodbye to Scotland's last remaining African elephant after she died aged 54.
The park said Mondula, known as Mondy, was put to sleep after a recent spate of ill-health related to age-related complications.
She had lived at the park since 1998 after being transferred from Erfurt Zoo in Germany.
Mondy had six full-time keepers dedicated to her wellbeing, and staff said her rehabilitation story is a real source of pride for the whole team.
They said she will be greatly missed by all the staff, visitors and members at Blair Drummond Safari Park.
Head elephant keeper Suzie Marshall said: "Mondy was so beloved by everyone here and she will be much missed.
"Her legacy is, however, a very important one.
"Having spent nearly half her life with us here at Blair Drummond, Mondy has allowed us to develop one of the most comprehensive elephant care plans in the country.
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