Watch Elephant Bull in Full Range as he Tries to Stab Baby Hippo

The Scene at the Waterhole

The drama began at a tranquil waterhole near Shingwedzi, a spot teeming with life, home to over 25 hippos and numerous crocodiles basking on the bank. The arrival of an elephant seeking to quench its thirst set the stage for an unexpected turn of events.

A Surprising Turn of Events

As the elephant approached the water, its presence stirred tension among the hippos. What started as a peaceful drink quickly escalated into chaos. The elephant, visibly agitated by the hippos, entered the water, its frustration growing evident as it began to chase the hippos, trumpeting and thrashing about.

The Stranded Baby Hippo

Amid the turmoil, a baby hippo found itself stranded on a sandbank, isolated from the safety of its kind. In a display of bewildering aggression, the elephant turned its attention to the vulnerable calf. With deliberate force, it pushed the baby around with its trunk, eventually tossing it into the air.

The Aftermath

Miraculously, the baby hippo emerged unscathed from the encounter. Displaying resilience, it returned to the water, even daring to nip at the elephant’s rear foot. This bold move only fueled the elephant’s irritation, leading to further attempts to kick the baby hippo away. Yet, the confrontation ended abruptly as the elephant lost interest and left the baby hippo behind.

A Rare Interaction Captured

This incident, as narrated by Crundwell to LatestSightings.com, stands as a testament to the unpredictability of nature. “In over 50 years of visiting game parks, I have never seen an elephant and hippo interaction like this,” he remarked. The event provided a spectacle for those lucky enough to witness it and a valuable observation for understanding wildlife behavior.

Reflections on Wild Encounters

The encounter between the elephant and the baby hippo in Kruger National Park reminds us of the wild’s raw and untamed essence. It underscores the importance of respecting wildlife and maintaining a safe distance, allowing these magnificent creatures to continue their natural behaviors undisturbed.

This remarkable event, captured by Crundwell, enriches our understanding of the complex interactions within the animal kingdom and the ever-present element of surprise in the wild. It serves as a vivid reminder of the wonders and mysteries that await in the heart of nature’s domain.

Let me know what you thought about this video: Elephant Tries to Stab Baby Hippo in the comments!

Next Up:

Elephant Visits Family for Breakfast – Shocks Homeowners

About
Latest Posts

Linnea Hansen

Author at Animals Around The Globe. BSc Sociology

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.

For any feedback please message Feedback@animalsaroundtheglobe.com