Elephant calf Roy-Yim meets dad!

18-month-old Roi Yim, Melbourne Zoo’s only male calf has finally been introduced to his dad, 14-year-old Luk Chai. Both boys seemed keen to say hello, with Roi being almost brave enough to go and hang out with Luk Chai alone - although he quickly changed his mind and sought out mum Mali’s reassuring presence.

[@MsCheetah123]

Why does Luk chi not have tusks

[@ZoosVictoria]

Thanks for the great question! Not all elephants develop tusks, and many Asian elephants only grow tiny “tushes” which are inch-long tusk-like growths which aren’t easily visible. Luk Chai is a healthy, virile elephant, even if he is naturally tusk-less! ☺️