His work captures the beauty and essence of the herd so wonderfully. Season's greetings from the entire HERD family, both four-legged and two-legged. 😊📸🐘
Hello, Lars! We hope you're doing well. Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation and continued support. It means the world to us and makes a huge difference in the lives of the herd. 😊🐘❤️
Quel plaisir de voir vos protégés loin du monde occidental qui s'agite dangereusement. Merci pour vos vidéos,qui mettent du baume au cœur, il y a malgré tout des personnes sur cette terre qui sont merveilleuse .❤❤❤
Khanyisa is looking fabulous she is growing up fast what a beautiful day to walk with this magnificent herd they are all looking fantastic it's amazing how fast the land turns green after some rain is that the boys still sparring with each other 😊 nice to see the sun here in UK don't see the sun often but every day is a fabulous day for you at herd to be with these amazing elephants keep up the brilliant job you all do at herd thank you god for these fantastic people that care for these beautiful elephants ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Afternoon Stephen. Every day with these amazing elephants is truly special, and the dedication of the team on the ground at HERD is truly inspiring. Thank you for your kind words and support! 😊🐘🌿
I imagine that elephants are a bit like humans and never really get over their past physical traumas. Jabulani HERD is truly amazing for its wonderful human input .I will joyfully be watching you all over the Christmas period. God bless you all. 🙏😇❤️
Carer Owen grazie, fantastico video della quotidianità del gruppo, come volevasi dimostrare il solito Mambo attaccabrighe ! Non è contento se ogni giorno non lotta con Zindoga figlio di Bubi ( mia amata❤) il quale giustamente non si tira indietro per la lotta...😅😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤Italia
It's so nice to see some green in the bush!!! I'm glad you've gotten a little rain to green things up. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you at The Herd!
It's a beautiful day to be a HERD Elephant Orphanage South Africa watcher, too. Welcome back, Carer Owen. This video was informative, as usual, and sometimes almost comical. At one point, around 5 minute mark, there was a distant scene with a tree here and there, that landscaping would cost an untold fortune to people who try to duplicate it in South Florida. Thanks for telling us about all the other Creatures Great and Small that reside in the reserve.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. It's wonderful to know that the video resonated with you and that you enjoyed learning about the reserve and its inhabitants. Thank you for your support! 😊🐘❤️
Bom dia HERD. O que mais me impressiona nestes seres majestosos é a paz, a tranquilidade que eles nos passam. É como se o tempo tivesse parado num mundo onde eles são felizes. Lindo vídeo🐘❤🐘❤🐘
The surrounding looks far better now 🌳, with the rain that has fallen 😊 None of them seems to be leading the way, they may have agreed a place to go before leaving the homestead ☺ Khanyisa stops right there "because this is the one plant I wanted most" 😇 And as usual, Mambo and Zingoda are at it again ... 😏 Thank you Owen for the video 👏👏👏 ❤🐘❤🐘❤🐘
Peaceful.Tranquil.Safety.Love.Comfort.Thank you HERD for providing all the elements to have them thrive and be happy. God bless you all and may you all know peace, love, light and good health always.Thank you Owen for another lovely video. 🤍💛🤍💛🤍💛
We are having soft rain here in Pretoria and everything is so green here .Wish the rain moves to your area !The elephants are so happy and beautiful !Happy holidays !
Welcome Back Owen and what a treat of a video you've filmed for us!😀🙏. The word in the Bush is Pisa, Timisa and Khanyisa are planning on sneaking out tonight to the local Elly pre-Christmas Party. Sorry girls but Zindoga is not letting his girlfriend anywhere near those wild bulls and Timi and Khanyisa are underage anyway. Don't worry girls, your chance to party will come but not just yet........ Despite the dryness, it's good to see some greenery around. Thank you all at HERD. Take care 💚🐘💚👍😀🙏
Elephants and rhinos and all animals are special and we should protect them and keep them safe for future generations to come our grandchildren and greatgrandchildren please keep them safe thay ate so special
Absolutely, protecting these magnificent animals is crucial for future generations. Elephants, rhinos, and all animals play vital roles in our ecosystems, and it's our responsibility to ensure their safety and preservation.
Welcome back Owen; I hope you feel suitably refreshed and revitalised after your break🙏 I’m sure the ellies missed you; Khanyisa was in especially high spirits with her tail straight out and kicking the tyre 😂 Just pure delight to watch her 🥰 Loved how Sebakwe strolled off and Somopane stayed and watched the dung beetles for a while ☺️ I wonder if he contemplated eating one 😂 Maybe not 😂 Thank you, as always, for filming these beautiful scenes of the ellies, the surrounding scenery, the blue skies; they transport so many of us to a world very different to our own 🙏 Hoping for more rain to come your way 🙏❤️🐘❤️
Good morning HERD. The elephants look like they are ready for another day. It looks green there in South Africa 🇿🇦. Good to see them out and moving around. Ron from Denver. Thanks Owen for the video. 🙏❤️
Wonderful vistas, and the songbirds make the soundtrack great. The ones with Sebakwe and Somopane remind me of Song sparrows and Indigo buntings in North American spring/summer.
I know Elephants are very destructive with the bush and this was okay when they were able to migrate across Africa. How does the orphanage maintain the trees where the Herd grazes especially during the drought when they rip up the trees to get to the roots. Whatever you do is wonderful, keeping these beautiful creatures alive and happy. Thank you.
Thank you for your question. We very recently posted a video on our UA-cam channel, of the work being done on the reserve to address these matters, in fact, there are many videos that depict the work that is ongoing to restore the status quo. We employ several strategies to maintain the trees and vegetation. There is controlled grazing, supplemental feeding, tree protection, reforestation, and water management. These efforts, combined with the dedication of the rest of the team on the ground, help to maintain a balanced environment where the elephants can thrive.
Love walking through the bush with the elephants. little Khanyisa giving that scrap of rubber a good kick made me laugh out loud! She's so funny! Thank you Owen.
Owen, I hope your two weeks away was relaxing...but I know you missed the elephants. They surely knew you were gone. Love seeing these leisurely scenes of elephant adventures. I always hope the elephants feel the peace and joy in their hearts and souls. Such beauty around them. I'm glad the bush is starting to green again.
I send my love to all my beautiful African elephants friends.♥️♥️♥️♥️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🌏
Thank you Owen, hope you enjoyed your break 😀🥰❤️🐘
Owen has talent with the camera.
Seasons greetings to the whole Herd, four legged and two. ❤❤❤
His work captures the beauty and essence of the herd so wonderfully. Season's greetings from the entire HERD family, both four-legged and two-legged. 😊📸🐘
Makes one feel relaxed. Peaceful vibs and beautiful views. Thx Owen.
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the feedback.
Hi Elephants!! ❤ all my love ❤to you ❤ and all your friends
Sending all our love back to you! 😊🐘❤️
I really love you all so much from my heart 💞 and merry Christmas 🎄☃️ everyone 💜
Your love and support mean the world to us. Merry Christmas to you too! 🎄❤️
Beautiful 🐘🐘🦏
Thank you! 😊
Tack!
Hello, Lars! We hope you're doing well. Thank you so much for your incredibly generous donation and continued support. It means the world to us and makes a huge difference in the lives of the herd. 😊🐘❤️
LOOKS SOOO GOOD WHEN THEY ARE WALKING PEACEFULLY
It truly is a serene sight to see them walking peacefully.
Bless their beautiful hearts ❤❤❤🙏 i love all animals 😊
Thank you for sharing your kind thoughts. 😊❤️
Owen thank you for the camera work of the elephants. Yes, it is nice day with the elephants.
Blessed and safe thank god for herd
Hello, Owen and Ellies! The bush is so nice and green. 💜🐘💜
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! 😊🌿🐘
Hi! Heard Elephants😊🐘❤️
12-19-23
Quel plaisir de voir vos protégés loin du monde occidental qui s'agite dangereusement. Merci pour vos vidéos,qui mettent du baume au cœur, il y a malgré tout des personnes sur cette terre qui sont merveilleuse .❤❤❤
Beautiful comment and so true 💚🐘💚🙏
Thank you for your kind words and for appreciating the wonderful work being done. 😊❤️
Meisiekind is so cute kicking the tire, and waiting for Owen to catch up.
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It's moments like these that showcase their special bond.
how did the tyre get there in the first place? looks like Khanyisa saying to us: : _clean that up, human!_
Hi khanisa ❤️💕. Hi all elephants 🐘❤️ and all animals ❤. Hi Adine 🌹 and wonderful careers 🍀. Thanks very much. Happy Holidays
We're sending you the warmest wishes for a happy holiday season as well!
Hi Candida! Happy Holidays to you too.🎅🎂🍰🥂🍾🌟☃️🎄✨️🎁🕯🙋🏻♀️
Happy Holidays🎉🎄☃️🎅🇬🇧❤️🐘❤️
..."and wonderful careers". Wonderful Candida 🙏🤗 from south of Brasil.
Merry Christmas and happy holidays to all. You bring such joy with the elephants and the whole team!
Your kind words and support mean so much to everyone here. 😊🐘❤️Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you too! 🎄
Thank you Owen for another great video. I almost feel like I am walking beside you. Khanyisa is so funny kicking the tire and pausing for snacks.
Khanyisa is looking fabulous she is growing up fast what a beautiful day to walk with this magnificent herd they are all looking fantastic it's amazing how fast the land turns green after some rain is that the boys still sparring with each other 😊 nice to see the sun here in UK don't see the sun often but every day is a fabulous day for you at herd to be with these amazing elephants keep up the brilliant job you all do at herd thank you god for these fantastic people that care for these beautiful elephants ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Afternoon Stephen. Every day with these amazing elephants is truly special, and the dedication of the team on the ground at HERD is truly inspiring. Thank you for your kind words and support! 😊🐘🌿
Hi Stephen, From sunny Lancashire 😎 But it’s way colder than South Africa today 🥶😂 Ditto to all your comments 🙏❤️🐘❤️
Sending my love to all the elephants and carers today!❤
I imagine that elephants are a bit like humans and never really get over their past physical traumas. Jabulani HERD is truly amazing for its wonderful human input .I will joyfully be watching you all over the Christmas period. God bless you all. 🙏😇❤️
Your kind words and support mean a lot. Enjoy watching them over the Christmas period, and may you have a blessed and joyful holiday season! 😊🐘❤️🎄
Carer Owen grazie, fantastico video della quotidianità del gruppo, come volevasi dimostrare il solito Mambo attaccabrighe ! Non è contento se ogni giorno non lotta con Zindoga figlio di Bubi ( mia amata❤) il quale giustamente non si tira indietro per la lotta...😅😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤Italia
Beautiful elephants! It’s so nice to see some green in the landscape.
It's so nice to see some green in the bush!!! I'm glad you've gotten a little rain to green things up.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of you at The Herd!
The rain has certainly brought a refreshing change. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too! 🎄😊🐘
Thank you for sharing moments with the herd. Pure joy to watch!
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Khanyisa come sei cresciuta 😍😍😍😍🙏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
It is wonderful to see how well she id doing.
I love how they grab a quick snack as they walk.
It's adorable, isn't it?
Thanks to Owen for this peaceful video. Captions are perfect too.
We're so glad you enjoyed it and that you found it peaceful! 😊🐘
Beautiful Family. God bless them all.
I love the 3 amigos, Pisa, Timisa and Khanyisa. It's good to spend time with your best pals.❤❤❤
Hello 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘💞💞💞💞💞🎄🎄🎄🎄🇨🇿🙋
Hello 😊.
Look how well behaved they are
I have really enjoyed the view of elephants 🐘
We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the view of the elephants!
LOL. @ her back kick to tire. So cute ❤
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It's moments like these that highlight the joy and personality of Khanyisa. 😊🐘❤️
It wasn’t as round and plump as her old tyre back at the orphanage 😂❤️🐘❤️
It’s so relaxing watching their peaceful walk. ❤
I love these elephants,they give me hope!🐘❤
Wonderful to see Khanyisa and her family elephant herd ... Have a Happy Christmas Adine, Owen and all the Carer staff! 🌄💗🐘🎄✨🌾🌻
Best wishes to you from all of us at HERD! 😊🐘❤️
Another beautiful video! Thank you for sharing your part of the world with ours. Always grateful🩷
💙🐘💙
It’s our pleasure to share these moments with you. 😊🐘
It's a beautiful day to be a HERD Elephant Orphanage South Africa watcher, too. Welcome back, Carer Owen. This video was informative, as usual, and sometimes almost comical. At one point, around 5 minute mark, there was a distant scene with a tree here and there, that landscaping would cost an untold fortune to people who try to duplicate it in South Florida. Thanks for telling us about all the other Creatures Great and Small that reside in the reserve.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. It's wonderful to know that the video resonated with you and that you enjoyed learning about the reserve and its inhabitants. Thank you for your support! 😊🐘❤️
Auch beautiful footage 🥰, thank you for all you wonderful & informative videos ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️
Beautiful, love watching these videos. Thank you Owen, Thank you HERD for all the work you do
Thank you so much Owen! You are a cherished member of the Herd. Blessings to you❤️❤️❤️
Wow, thank you, it is nice of you to say so, 🙏🐘.
Just a beautiful herd!
Hallo almal, olifante, omgee-mense, mede-liefhebbers, mooi dag.😮
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Lots of green veg in the bush! Yum!
Khanyisa’s ears look like rose petals from behind…such a pretty girl!
Hi Owen, thank you for a beautiful video this morning 💚 I hope you had a nice holiday…wishing you a Merry Christmas and a happy New Year
We're glad you enjoyed the video. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year as well! 🎄😊🐘
Bom dia HERD. O que mais me impressiona nestes seres majestosos é a paz, a tranquilidade que eles nos passam. É como se o tempo tivesse parado num mundo onde eles são felizes. Lindo vídeo🐘❤🐘❤🐘
Thank you for your kind words about the video. 😊🐘❤️
The surrounding looks far better now 🌳, with the rain that has fallen 😊
None of them seems to be leading the way, they may have agreed a place to go before leaving the homestead ☺
Khanyisa stops right there "because this is the one plant I wanted most" 😇
And as usual, Mambo and Zingoda are at it again ... 😏
Thank you Owen for the video 👏👏👏
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They all look so peaceful and happy and that makes my day! Thanks, Owen!
We are so glad to share their joy with you! 😊🐘
This is how I END a Blessed day. THANK YOU 👍🐘🤗
Ah, that is great to hear, thank you for watching.
Peaceful.Tranquil.Safety.Love.Comfort.Thank you HERD for providing all the elements to have them thrive and be happy. God bless you all and may you all know peace, love, light and good health always.Thank you Owen for another lovely video. 🤍💛🤍💛🤍💛
Thank you so much for your beautiful message.
So BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for sharing your day!❤❤❤❤❤🙏
We're so happy you enjoyed it! 😊🐘
Perfect day 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘
I love this!
❤❤Elephants❤❤
Welcome back Owen. I hope you enjoyed your time off😄
Khanisa kicking the tire was funny. She is growing beautifully. Thanks to all who's taking care of her.
Meisiekind's playful nature is truly adorable!
Parta pohodářů❤❤❤
Their bond and the way they care for each other is truly inspiring. 😊🐘❤️
@herdelephantorphanage bez vaší práce by to takové nebylo, a zato vám ze srdce děkuji 💖
Hello to everyone and as always Owen great video and hope you had a great time off!! Love the HERD as always❤️❤️🐘🐘!!
Such beautiful scenery...so calming to watch...
Merry Christmas to all and everyone..Ellies included..😂❤❤❤
Happy holidays!
What a beautiful video, It is one of my favorites. Well done my friend.❤
❤🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘
We are having soft rain here in Pretoria and everything is so green here .Wish the rain moves to your area !The elephants are so happy and beautiful !Happy holidays !
🚨Beautiful breeze and everything green😁Have a beautiful day, much love to all❤🙏
Sending all our love back to you. ❤️🐘🙏
I love the sound of the elephants splashing in the water. Thanks, Owen.
Thanks Owen, Loved it when Khanysia back kicked the. Tyre, 🤗❤️😂🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘
Enjoy watching them start their day. They all look so regal as they walk out. Thank you for the morning walk with you. 😊
Hope Owen had some time to himself. God bless you for your great care of this beautiful herd.❤❤❤❤
That is very kind of you thanks so much.
Welcome back Owen, hope you enjoyed your time away. Lovely video of the family enjoying the day, the bush, and the breeze...
Always nice to see Owen back behind the camera. The herd looking good. Happy holidays to all. 🐘😊
What I would give just to walk with this herd. ❤
🙏❤️🐘
Welcome Back Owen and what a treat of a video you've filmed for us!😀🙏. The word in the Bush is Pisa, Timisa and Khanyisa are planning on sneaking out tonight to the local Elly pre-Christmas Party. Sorry girls but Zindoga is not letting his girlfriend anywhere near those wild bulls and Timi and Khanyisa are underage anyway. Don't worry girls, your chance to party will come but not just yet........ Despite the dryness, it's good to see some greenery around. Thank you all at HERD. Take care 💚🐘💚👍😀🙏
Thank you, Jan. It is great to know that Owen's video has conjured up some fun antics for you by the girls.
Fabulous to see that many dung beetles doing their part in the environment! A peaceful day with the ellies too.
Oh to know what they are thinking!
Thank you very much! Excellent vidéo!!👌👍✨️🎄
I hope the farmers will be kind enough to donate some food. Crossing our fingers.
Hello Lynne, I’ve read of donations of fruit and veggies from local farmers on some of their other videos 👍 Happy holidays 🎉❤️🐘❤️
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻just beautiful 🐘🐘
Elephants and rhinos and all animals are special and we should protect them and keep them safe for future generations to come our grandchildren and greatgrandchildren please keep them safe thay ate so special
Absolutely, protecting these magnificent animals is crucial for future generations. Elephants, rhinos, and all animals play vital roles in our ecosystems, and it's our responsibility to ensure their safety and preservation.
Hear that wind blowing 😊🐘
Welcome back Owen; I hope you feel suitably refreshed and revitalised after your break🙏 I’m sure the ellies missed you; Khanyisa was in especially high spirits with her tail straight out and kicking the tyre 😂 Just pure delight to watch her 🥰 Loved how Sebakwe strolled off and Somopane stayed and watched the dung beetles for a while ☺️ I wonder if he contemplated eating one 😂 Maybe not 😂 Thank you, as always, for filming these beautiful scenes of the ellies, the surrounding scenery, the blue skies; they transport so many of us to a world very different to our own 🙏 Hoping for more rain to come your way 🙏❤️🐘❤️
Good morning HERD. The elephants look like they are ready for another day. It looks green there in South Africa 🇿🇦. Good to see them out and moving around. Ron from Denver. Thanks Owen for the video. 🙏❤️
Good morning, Ron! Thank you for your kind words and for watching the video. 😊🐘
Wonderful vistas, and the songbirds make the soundtrack great. The ones with Sebakwe and Somopane remind me of Song sparrows and Indigo buntings in North American spring/summer.
Thank you ❤
I love elephants!❤️❤️
Thank Heavenly Father for the rain 🙏💦. Plants are green again 😊🍀🌿🌳🍃. Khanyisa is very pink 🐘💕. Thank you Owen, great video 🌺
Love ❤️ love you all sweeties 💗💗😘😘😘
I know Elephants are very destructive with the bush and this was okay when they were able to migrate across Africa. How does the orphanage maintain the trees where the Herd grazes especially during the drought when they rip up the trees to get to the roots. Whatever you do is wonderful, keeping these beautiful creatures alive and happy. Thank you.
Thank you for your question. We very recently posted a video on our UA-cam channel, of the work being done on the reserve to address these matters, in fact, there are many videos that depict the work that is ongoing to restore the status quo. We employ several strategies to maintain the trees and vegetation. There is controlled grazing, supplemental feeding, tree protection, reforestation, and water management. These efforts, combined with the dedication of the rest of the team on the ground, help to maintain a balanced environment where the elephants can thrive.
I can see a beautiful little princess Khanyisa👸😍💯💗💗😘😘
Love walking through the bush with the elephants. little Khanyisa giving that scrap of rubber a good kick made me laugh out loud! She's so funny! Thank you Owen.
They are so beautiful they take my breath away. Thank you Thank you!!
You are welcome.
Oh yeah, so beautiful. The power of our Creator 💪🏾
Such joyful time with the elephants 😊
Owen, I hope your two weeks away was relaxing...but I know you missed the elephants. They surely knew you were gone. Love seeing these leisurely scenes of elephant adventures. I always hope the elephants feel the peace and joy in their hearts and souls. Such beauty around them. I'm glad the bush is starting to green again.
Thanks for your kind words. The elephants are certainly enjoying all the fresh greenery! 😊🐘
Happy Holidays to all the elephants and caretakers!😍😍😍😍
Wishing you happy holidays as well! 😊🐘❤️
16,000 hectares equals 39,536.9 acres
All is calm, quiet and peaceful .... then the camera turns to Mambo and Zindoga ... 😂😂😂😂 ... these 2 are so predictable.
Elephants can be so dramatic at times.