Historic Twin Elephant Birth: 57-Year-Old Anarkali Delivers Rare Twin Calves at Panna Tiger Reserve

Nov 23, 2025 10:17 pm CST

In a remarkable wildlife event, a 57-year-old elephant named Anarkali has given birth to twin female calves at India's Panna Tiger Reserve. This rare biological phenomenon marks the first twin elephant birth in the reserve's history, increasing the elephant population to 21. The mother and calves are healthy under special care, highlighting the reserve's successful conservation efforts beyond its renowned tiger protection program.