Virginia giraffe calves, missing since 2025, found safe

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Virginia giraffe calves, missing since 2025, found safe

LaDawn Black | [e-mail]
June 20, 2026, 5:31 PM

Virginia Attorney General’s Office says missing giraffe calves linked to the Natural Bridge Zoo have been located and placed in a facility that specializes in giraffe care.

According to the attorney general’s office, the calves disappeared in 2025 and were found following an extensive investigation. Officials said the animals have been safely relocated and are receiving appropriate medical and behavioral care.

The attorney general’s office said the outcome reflects its commitment to public safety, community protection and holding lawbreakers accountable. ... Because the criminal investigation remains ongoing, officials said no additional details can be released at this time. ... The attorney general’s office also thanked the public for its support during the investigation.

[Sneederbunk]

1. Would have been found sooner but giraffes kept their heads down.

[3catwoman3]

2. I'm so glad they survived.

[regnaD kciN]

3. Since they mention a criminal investigation...

...I assume they were calfnapped by someone for his personal zoo.

[3catwoman3]

4. Hadn't thought about that aspect of the story.

If they'd been at large, they likely would have been noticed by local residents.