Hundreds of elephants have died in Botswana and no one knows why
Over 350 elephants in Botswana have died in the Okavango Delta region. The cause of this catastrophic die-off is still unknown.
Martina Girola
Web editor
Animals have always been my passion. I grew up watching National Geographic documentaries with my dogs. I love great movies, unknown music and most of all spending time with my Pippi Longstocking. One day I dream of opening a sanctuary for animals in need.
Favourite quote: "Magic exists. It just lives inside the heart of animals. If you’re lucky, sometimes, they’ll share it with you".
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