Animal clips tend to overwhelm social media, but few are capable of winning hearts as much as clips involving baby elephants. Their large floppy ears, playful nature, and natural curiosity never fail to put smiles on people’s faces a new Instagram clip is doing just that.
Shared by Herbivore Kingdom’s handle, the video captures a beautiful moment when a baby elephant play-fights with its favorite caregiver. The two fall over on the ground, push one another, and gently “trunk-tackle,” radiating a sense of love and deep trust.
While the exact moment and place of the video are not verified, its beauty is unmistakable. In the caption, the page eloquently described the scene, “This baby Asian elephant can’t get enough of wrestling with his favourite caretaker, rolling, nudging, and trunk-tackling like it’s the best game in the world. It’s not just cute…it’s trust, love, and a bond built from patience and care. When an elephant sees you as family, you’ve truly earned it.”
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Internet Reacts with Adoration
The video soon accumulated thousands of views, with numerous commenters moved by the sincere demonstration of interspecies companionship and the tremendous emotional acuity of elephants.
One noted, “This is not only cute, it’s emotional. You can feel the love and trust in each push.” Another stated, “Elephants are such incredible animals. The way they connect with people is so heartwarming.”
Another said, “This made my day. The happiness in that elephant’s play is contagious.”
Looking at the connection, one observer commented, “This is what animal care should be all about—plentiful with playfulness, faith, and respect for each other.”
Another noted, “You just can’t pose a connection like that. It’s real, and it’s gorgeous.” Maybe summing up the general opinion best, one user concluded, “If only all animals in captivity were treated this way with as much care and consideration.”