Not long after the birth of this baby elephant, he was abandoned by his own family. He was small, young, and alone, so this baby elephant was left with nobody to turn to. Out in the wild, elephants thrive most successfully when they are together as a group. When babies are left to fend for themselves, it can be dangerous and scary for them. However, this lone elephant was lucky enough to meet someone that would help him raise his chances of survival. Luckily, it was this unforeseeable bond that would end up saving his life. Keep reading to learn more about this incredible story.
This Baby Elephant Forged An Unlikely Bond That Will Blow You Away
A Calf On His Own
Wildlife rescuers based in South Africa discovered a sick baby elephant that was abandoned by a herd. They knew right away that the calf’s chances of surviving were not so great. The baby managed to survive on his own for days, although he needed to be given attention and care. The dedicated rescuers who discovered the infant would do everything they could to bring him back on his own two feet. Although they did not fail to give it their best shot, it was an unlikely relationship that made for the best possible medicine.
A Calf On His Own
