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Elk mascot

Elk mascot

Elk or Alnītis in Latvian is the lovable mascot of Jelgava city. He appears in all city festivities melting the hearts of children and amusing grownups alike.

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The elk is is so popular that it is even a mascot for the local hockey team, its on the logo of the local sports fan club “Mitavas Patrioti” and many other organizations and individuals in Jelgava have found the Elk to be their favourite symbol.