Lisette and Ian Withers began their unexpected adventure with elephants 16 years ago when they took in Harry and Sally, two orphaned elephant calves.

Their story is that of the elephants of Knysna Forest, in South Africa, where a legendary herd once lived. Hunted by humans, the herd saw its 500 members disappear over a span of scarcely twenty years.
Thanks to the work of Lisette and other devoted enthusiasts, the herd has been able to rise again from its ashes. Lisette now enjoys a special relationship with these large companions who have become like her own "kids".

In her sanctuary, she takes in elephants from all over the country. She transmits her knowledge to the population and most particularly to children, whom she aims to educate to respect nature and pachyderms.


Documentary: Manimal A mother for the Elephants
Directed by: Thierry Berrod, Quincy Russel, Nicolas Le Du, Paul Aurélien Combre, Jeanne Mascolo, Bruno Vienne
Production: Mona Lisa Production

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