03/01/2026
Today my heart is broken 💔
Craig, Amboseli’s legendary super Tusker, has passed at 54 after a remarkable life from 1972 to 2026 in the wild. He died of natural causes, spared the cruel fate of poaching that claims so many of his kind.
Last year, I was lucky to meet Craig and spend time with him. Standing before this huge, ancient soul, I shook with emotion as he gently checked me out with his trunk, a moment I’ll carry forever. A heartfelt shoutout to , who fought tirelessly to protect him, and to the Amboseli community, who lived side by side with him.
Thank you, Craig, for the magic, the tears, and the urgent reminder to protect wild giants like you. Grateful our paths crossed.
Rest in peace, gentle giant. 🐘🖤