Baby Elephant Throws a Tantrum

The majestic elephant is known for their memory, intelligence, and strong family bonds. But just like human toddlers, baby elephants can also throw the occasional tantrum.

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The Playful Side of Elephants

The playful nature of elephants, even more so that of the young ones, is one of their most known attributes. Seen in the way they roll around in the mud, playfully tussle with their siblings, and joyfully splash in the water. Their behavior is not all fun and games though, it aids in developing essential elephant life skills. Such as protecting their sensitive skin from the sun by rolling in the mud and splashing themselves with water.

Why Do Baby Elephants Throw Tantrums?

Just like human toddlers, baby elephants get frustrated when things don’t work in their favor. It could be the denial of a treat or a sibling playing with their favorite toy, these young elephants readily express their displeasure. It could be through trumpeting loudly, stomping their feet, or laying down refusing to move until they are allowed what they want.

These tantrums aren’t all in vain. It allows baby elephants to communicate their wants and needs to the rest of the herd. Allowing their mother or older siblings to play hero, and comfort the upset baby by taking care of their needs.

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YouTube video — Adorable Baby Elephant’ Playful Tantrum,” Source: YouTube, Uploaded: Animals Around The Globe

Fun Facts About Elephants

Elephant Trunks: An elephant’s trunk contains more than 40,000 muscles. Allowing it to pick up small things, lift heavy objects, and be used as a snorkel while swimming!
Masters of Memory: The age-old saying “an elephant never forgets” is true. Elephants have great memories which allows them to remember friends and enemies from their past.
Empathetic Gentle Giants: Elephants readily express empathy towards animals and humans. When one of the herd is lost, they mourn and comfort each other.
Tusks and Teeth: Elephant tusks can grow up to 7 feet long! These elongated incisors are used to dig, fight, and at times as a place to rest their trunks.

The Importance of Protecting Elephants

While we delight in watching baby elephants explore their natural habitat, it’s crucial to remember the many threats they endure. Some of these concerning threats include habitat loss, human-elephant conflicts and poaching. To ensure these wonderful creatures can be marveled at by future generations, it is important to raise awareness and support conservation efforts.

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Linnea is a born and bred Swede but spends as much time as possible in Cape Town, South Africa. This is mainly due to Cape Town’s extraordinary scenery, wildlife, and atmosphere (in other words, because Cape Town is heaven on earth.) That being said, Sweden’s majestic forests forever hold a special place in her heart. Linnea spends as much time as she can close to the ocean collecting sea shells or in the park admiring puppies.

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