Daphne developed the first-ever successful milk formula for infant elephants under two years old, a breakthrough that came after years of trial and error, and established a comprehensive rehabilitation protocol that considers both physical and emotional needs of orphaned elephants.

Their shared passion for wildlife conservation created a powerful partnership that enabled them to establish and expand Tsavo National Park while developing innovative approaches to animal rehabilitation, combining their expertise and resources.

Her work revolutionized elephant orphan care, established successful rehabilitation protocols for multiple species, and created awareness about poaching issues, leading to her appointment as Dame Commander of the British Empire and inspiring global conservation efforts.