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== Summary ==
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Billy Groom speaks with Yvonne Luscombe, an advocate investigating [[Lucy (elephant)|Lucy's]] situation at the [[Edmonton Valley Zoo]] and advocating for her transfer to a sanctuary.

=== Key Points: ===

# '''Lucy's Captivity History''': Dating back to 1980, Lucy's captivity is discussed alongside efforts made by advocates to free her, highlighting parallels with other captive animals' experiences.
# '''Treatment at the Zoo''': Lucy's treatment, including the use of [[bullhooks]] and "[[Pajan|crushing]]" techniques, is addressed despite advocacy efforts and evidence of her suffering. The zoo claims Lucy is bonded to it and resists relocation.
# '''Government Response and Ethics''': The inadequacy of government response, prioritisation of profit over welfare, and ethical considerations of captivity are discussed.
# '''Living Conditions and Health Issues:''' Concerns about Lucy's living conditions, health problems, legal challenges, and the efforts to improve her situation are highlighted.
# '''Advocacy Efforts and Expert Opinions''': Organizations like [[Lucy's Edmonton Advocates' Project|Lucy's Edmonton Advocates' Project (LEAP)]] advocate for Lucy's relocation, supported by expert opinions favoring her transfer to a sanctuary.
# '''Criticism and Advocacy''': Criticism is directed towards the zoo's handling of Lucy's situation, urging for her relocation for better care and quality of life.
# '''Animal Welfare and Ethics''': Various concerns about Lucy's treatment, terminology used in managing captive animals, and the ethics of captivity are raised, emphasising the importance of prioritising their well-being.
# '''Call for Action''': The conversation ends with a call to action, urging listeners to support initiatives aimed at improving Lucy's living conditions.

The interview reveals a comprehensive discussion surrounding [[Lucy (elephant)|Lucy's]] plight, emphasising the urgency of addressing her welfare and the ethical responsibilities involved in caring for captive animals.

== See also ==

* [[Lucy (elephant)]]
* [[Interview:Animal Talk|Animal Talk]]{{See also/elephant}}

== External links ==

* [https://animaljustice.ca/blog/worlds-loneliest-elephant World’s Coldest & Loneliest Elephant Languishes in Edmonton] Animal Justice
* [https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/lucy-elephant-edmonton-zoo-supreme-court-1.5397468 Supreme Court dismisses case involving Lucy the elderly elephant] CBC News
* [https://www.thedodo.com/in-the-wild/lonely-elephant-lucy-edmonton-zoo Lonely Zoo Elephant Hasn't Had A Friend In 11 Years] The Dodo
* [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2017/mar/01/lucy-the-elephant-canada-edmonton-valley-zoo The world's coldest elephant? Activists demand Lucy's removal from Canadian zoo] The Guardian
* [https://www.nonhumanrights.org/blog/friends-of-lucy-elephants-rights/ Friends of Lucy: Why We Support Recognition of Elephants’ Nonhuman Rights]  Nonhuman Rights Project
* [https://www.leapforlucy.com/_files/ugd/92de7f_abcaf28402b146efb667300c841a1634.pdf LEAP Response to the Recent Medical Evaluations of Lucy] LEAP
* [https://ablawg.ca/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/blog_sf_lucy_sept2020.pdf Lucy the Elephant v. Edmonton (City)] ABlawg

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