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| Species | Elephas maximus |
|---|---|
| Sex | Female |
| Born | 1983 Sri Lanka |
| Died | August 30, 1984 Smithsonian National Zoological Park |
| Cause of death | Schistosomiasis |
| Known for | Elephant of US president, Ronald Reagan |
Jayathu (1983 — August 30, 1984) was a baby elephant given to Ronald Reagan by the president of Sri Lanka, J. R. Jayewardene, as a state gift.