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Motty, a unique elephant hybrid, remains one of the most fascinating and tragic stories in the animal kingdom. Known as the “world’s rarest elephant,” Motty was the only confirmed hybrid between an African elephant (Loxodonta africana) and an Asian elephant (Elephas maximus). This incredibly rare phenomenon occurred at Chester Zoo in the UK in 1978. His story was immortalized in …

Motty remains the only confirmed hybrid between an African elephant (Loxodonta africana) and an Asian elephant (Elephas maximus). Although the calf tragically died just days after birth, his unique descent earned him the rare distinction of being named the “world’s rarest elephant” by Guinness World Records. Motty was born on July 11, 1978, at Chester Zoo in the UK and …