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Four international elephant veterinary and husbandry experts performed an independent assessment on Lucy the Elephant which revealed medical information about the animal that was previously unknown. Edmonton Valley Zoo and the animal advocacy organization Free The Wild who collaborated on the assessmentagreed that Lucy is not fit to travel and will remain at the Edmonton Valley Zoo.

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Another protest was staged at the Whitemud overpass Saturday by those who call for Lucy the elephant to be moved from the Edmonton Valley Zoo. Lucy has been at the Edmonton Valley Zoo for 45 years and like other elephants in captivity suffers from a number of health conditions. Moving Lucy is a long standing debate with strong opinions on both sides.

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