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Two missing giraffe calves found after more than a year
By Natalie Dreier, Cox Media Group National Content Desk at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
It’s been more than a year since two giraffe calves were reported missing, but they have finally been found safe. Read more trending news The Office of the Attorney General of Virginia announced that the animals disappeared from the Natural Bridge Zoo in 2025, but were recently located and taken ...
Key takeaway Read more trending news The Office of the Attorney General of Virginia announced that the animals disappeared from the Natural Bridge Zoo in 2025, but were recently located and taken ...
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The discovery of the two missing giraffe calves in a facility for care brings a measure of relief to the community, particularly given the calves are now being kept at the Georgia Safari Conservation Park, a local institution. This development is a significant one for Atlanta area residents who have been following the story of the Natural Bridge Zoo and its history of animal abuse allegations. The fact that the calves are receiving care in the state underscores the role that local facilities can play in providing a safe haven for animals in need. As the four co-owners of the Natural Bridge Zoo face misdemeanor charges, the community will be watching to see how the legal proceedings unfold and what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future. The presence of the giraffe calves at the Georgia Safari Conservation Park also raises questions about the potential for local residents to support their care and rehabilitation.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? It’s been more than a year since two giraffe calves were reported missing, but they have finally been found safe. Read more trending news The Office of the Attorney General of Virginia announced that the animals disappeared from the Natural Bridge Zoo in 2025, but were recently located and taken ...
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