Elephants Enjoy Post-Holiday Treats with Christmas Trees at German Zoo

While the holiday season has ended for most, elephants at Cologne Zoo in Germany are still enjoying festive leftovers.

Each year, the zoo provides its herd with surplus Christmas trees, and on New Year’s Eve, the elephants were spotted savoring this seasonal treat.

These trees serve a dual purpose—not only are they a tasty snack, but the elephants also use them to clean their teeth.

According to the zoo’s director, the tradition of feeding Christmas trees to the elephants has become an annual event, with some elephants consuming up to three trees a day.

This unique practice highlights an inventive way to repurpose leftover decorations while enriching the lives of these majestic animals.