04/01/2026
Craig
1972–2026
The great giant tusker of Amboseli, Kenya.
Craig lived his life beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, on the Kenyan side. In his final years, he was believed to be the largest African elephant on the planet. A few days ago, at the age of 54, he quietly passed away.
In his later life, Craig was known as a gentle giant, walking alone. I was fortunate to meet him in 2022, when my friend brought me and my talented artsculpure friend .jorgensen to see him. From a respectful distance, we watched as he grazed closer, calmly passing right by us.
It left a permanent impression on me: his enormous ears, his massive tusks, and the deep, resonant rumble of his body—set against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa.
I still have many elephants left to meet, but Craig will forever be special to me—and to the many people around the world who were lucky enough to encounter him ❤️
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