Da Nang, July 28 -- A baby elephant has been spotted in the Elephant Species and Habitat Conservation Area in Da Nang, marking a significant milestone in the preservation of Vietnam's endangered Asian elephant population.

The discovery was made through images captured by a camera trap system installed in the conservation area managed by the Da Nang Special-Use Forest Management Board. The calf, estimated to be nearly one year old, was born in the Na Lau area of the conservation area. Footage recorded on July 8 shows the baby elephant moving nimbly alongside its mother, who closely guarded the young animal.

The sighting is an encouraging sign of natural reproduction among the wild elephant population living in the reserve. It also reflec...