By Josie January 6th, 2024
Baby elephants look adorable whatever they do. As it turns out though, they’re especially adorable when taking a bath.
This day is a good day for this elephant: it’s being treated to its first bath in a bathtub ever!
Baby elephants are especially known for their playful nature - this behavior is crucial for their physical and cognitive development.
In the wild, these playful activities include mock fighting, chasing, and, as seen in the video, water play.
These actions help the calves build muscles, coordination, and social bonds. In other words, playtime is one of the most important activities of the day!
Elephants have a deep affinity for water, a trait vividly displayed by this baby elephant having his first bath ever.
Elephants use water for cooling off, as their large bodies and small surface-to-area ratio make temperature regulation challenging.
Water also plays a role in their social interactions, serving as a medium for play, bonding, and even a form of communication through splashes and ripples.
Contrary to their massive size, elephants are surprisingly good swimmers - they can move through water with ease.