Orphan Elephant (1 of 2) (IMAGE) Colorado State University Caption Orphan elephants have less access to mature, dominant individuals than non-orphaned elephants. Credit Shifra Goldenberg/Save the Elephants, Colorado State University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.