Mother Elephants Dart To The Rescue When Baby Encounters Terrifying Foe
When a baby elephant tries to play with a Canada goose, several adult elephants step in to form a circle of protection around the baby.
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Elephant Family's Protective Instincts Go Viral
Wichita Zoo Elephants Form Protective 'Alert Circle' Around Calf: A heartwarming video captured by visitor Alyssa K. shows the protective instincts of African elephants at the Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kansas. The footage shows the elephants' protective 'alert circle' formation around a young calf, Bomani, after a close encounter with a Canadian goose. "I've never seen them do that before," said Alyssa K., the visitor who filmed the event. Zookeepers confirmed the behavior is a natural response to perceived danger, demonstrating the strong family bonds within the elephant herd. The video has quickly gone viral, highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation and the beauty of observing animal behavior.
