The Amazing Moment Elephant Orphan, Phabeni Meets Bulls Sebakwe & Somopane!
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- The time had come to bring in two more elephants, to introduce little orphan Phabeni to two new members of his future family. The morning started with a meeting at the homestead between Phabeni, Lundi and Jabulani and then, the two big bulls, Somopane and Sebakwe joined. As they approached, Lundi turned around with her rear towards them. Somopane was the first to approach Lundi and Phabeni. His trunk stretched out to smell the baby, while Lundi’s ears were fanned out, her head lifted up, watching Somopane, while Phabeni suckled from her.
Sebakwe was a few steps behind Somopane and moved in between Somopane and Lundi. Lundi was ready for the greeting, mouth open, and her trunk swinging towards them. The open-mouth display is typical of an elephant vocalising and indeed some of the rumbles shared between all the elephants in this greeting can be heard.
Sebakwe reached out his trunk to Phabeni too, smelling the new baby at his feet. Somopane stretched his trunk out towards Lundi while communicating, smelling the secretions from her temporal gland on the side of her head. Phabeni was oblivious to their reaction, suckling in his safe spot with Lundi.
Lundi moved a few steps away from the bulls and Phabeni followed. Soon the little elephant began to show more interest in the bulls. He moved towards Sebakwe, smelling the dominant bull's belly. He quickly realised that he would not get milk from the bull, and moved towards Lundi again. This older female offers Phabeni comfort and security since they have already formed a bond.
We walked over to the drinking trough to make space for everyone to be around Phabeni. The little chap drank some water and spent time beside the three gentle giants.
Soon it was time to head back to the orphanage for Phabeni's next milk bottle feeding. Another incredible and successful introduction done and dusted, Phabeni closer to meeting the whole herd and integrating into a new family.
What a courageous little bull he is, taking each step with a calm and accepting demeanour. He is teaching us plenty about remaining cool under pressure, and the reassurance he gets from Lundi is going a long way in helping him settle into these changes. Every elephant needs a herd.
The calm acceptance is wonderful to see. Lundi is an amazing mum.
Both Somopane and Lundi have such great respect for Sebakwe as the dominant bull, and allow him to explore the baby at his leisure and his interest. These elephants are marvelously respectful of the rules of hierarchy.
I think you confuse the hierarchy somewhat.
Dominant bull does not mean that he occupies the highest position in the herd hierarchy, only that he is the dominant male in the herd.
Elephant herds are primarily matriarchal in nature - the oldest female has the highest position in the herd hierarchy.
Orca pods are similar.
I love how patient they are. They don't force things along.
Thank you all for what you are doing.
The difference in the size of Phabeni & the adult elephants is awesome! It shows how very young this orphan really is! Wow!
Incredible how small Phabeni is in comparison. He has come along way. ❤
It's hard to believe this itty-bitty tiny little elephant will someday be as enormous as these big bulls. He's just so tiny compared to them. ❤❤
I love how confident little Phabeni is... he has definitely stolen my heart 🐘❤❤❤
It is amazing to see how accepting are those ellies of a new addition. They will embrace Phabenie as one of them as they did in the past with Timisa and Khanysa. Phabeni is so lucky to have found a wonderful ellie and human family that will take care of him forever!!!🥰♥️🍀🐘🌟🙏🏻
my thought is the reason that lundi and others except the babies so easily is they have seen, and watched you and the carers so loving and caring of them the way you did when they came in. The elephants are so smart. How could any one hurt these beautiful animals. god bless
I love how Somopane kept reaching out to Lundi as if he was reassuring her that everything was okay. I have seen wild bulls mistreating young elephants so I really believe that this herd is just unique because they have become family with unrelated elephants. I always loved elephants but I didn’t realize how wonderful they really are until I started watching this channel.
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Watching Phabeni with the giant elders almost looks like an optical illusion. He is so small and adorable. It is so heartwarming to see that the herd does not care where Phabeni came from, he is with them now and is theirs. Gotta love elephants.
These bulls are magnificent, wow we have so much to learn about elephants. Thank you Adine and the carers
As I was reading comments above yours I was thinking about how much I have learned about elephants from watching this channel! But you are absolutely right, there is still so much to learn. Thank you 🙏
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I bet those who are around them every day would say they're learning, as well.
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@@mortalclown3812 You're right of course... as with everything in life, we learn something new every day ☺
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remarkable patience. obvious awareness of the situation. amazing video.
This herd seem to love having babies around ❤
Exactly! The wild herd that is semi-resident on Adine's property have lots of babies and seem to be very healthy and prosperous. Having and raising babies in the end is all creatures most important purpose.
Encore une vidéo extraordinaire.
Merci à vous tous de nous permettre d approcher ce monde silencieux et si subtile des éléphants
MERCI
Babies are essential to elephants in the wild. I imagine it's not much different with this herd.
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A wonderful family scene! All elephants is gentle greeting each other. Baby Phabeni looks so small beside the adults.😊🐘💕
Sebakwe is so careful with Phabeni, moves so very gently around this little bull.
I was in awe of their gentleness. ❤
It seems the males are definitely glad to have a little boy. I don't remember them sharing this much direct curiosity to Khaniysa, although they were very accepting. How exciting..❤❤❤
I've been watching Khanyisa videos 2020 to have clarity. I also came across Limpopo 2006!! What a treat. Baby Limpopo 🎉 These videos are priceless.
No they were much more hesitant and respectful of Lundi , no pushing her away as Sebakwe did here.
How patient and polite of Somopane to give Sebakwe time with Phabeni! The ellies in this herd are amazing. ❤ Thank you Adine and wonderful Carers for taking care of this loving herd.❤
Beautiful to watch these lovely, sweet elephants and how they accept the little one phabeni ...God bless you all ❤❤❤❤❤
Beautiful. Thank you from a South African far away.
I just love these big guys. So calm and reasuring. And Phabeni only have eyes (and trunk) for mama Lundi. He really has missed his mother, sweet little man. 😍🥰
he still wants to get some milk from other ellies, and it seems he doesn't know by instinct he can't get it from the bulls
Just magnificent Animals. A joy to watch.
It really was! 😊❤️🐘❤️🙏
What alot of courage young Phabeni has!❤️🇦🇺
Phabeni's spirit is, I am sure, what helped him to survive however long it was that he got separated from his mum and his herd.
The precious little boy is already learning from the magnificent bulls. Everyone at Herd must be full of joy and pride. Bless Lundi's caring heart. Beautifully done.
Sebakwe seems smitten with his new baby brother. Thank you Adine and Herd team this is amazing, elephant society is very complex. Phabeni will have some interesting dreams tonight 😍
This film is another classic.❤. Thanks for sharing these momentous moments, especially on a Monday. Transporting us to a safe and comfortable environment. Phabeni is just so tiny in between these giants. Their awesome power and ability to silently communicate with each other is nothing short of amazing. ❤❤❤❤
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Thanks very much 👍 to you all 👍. Hi Phabeni ❤️
Oh my goodness, Phabeni looks so small in the presentation of the larger herd.💕💕🌺🌴🌴 What a wonderful job of meeting these big guys.
I really appreciate all y'all have done for the amazing elephants that give respect & trust w/o chains!❤🐘💗🐘✌
What a beautiful picture of the two bulls and the allomother Lundi with the newest baby. This herd is awesome thanks to all of the caregivers ❤
One can only imagine how much Phabini misses his mum and the immense comfort and relief he gets from Lundi. I should say mutual.
I wonder how Phabeni's mum is. She must be in mourning....assuming she has has not been killed. It doesn't bear thinking of. 😯😟
Amazing sight!Thank you Adine and carers for sharing this with us.🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘❤❤❤❤❤❤
I'm so happy for Phabeni! Beautiful rumbles from the bulls!
What an incredible meeting. Phabeni is so tiny next to these big bulls. Thank you for sharing this.
I am watching this in a hospital room, just got out of cancer surgery a few hours ago (successful!). HERD elephant videos have been part of my healing proceess. They bring me joy and hope! Much gratitude to everyone at HERD for your loving-kindness and compassion . It is so uplifting to watch this little orphan become part of his new family.
What a brave person you are, just out of surgery and watching Herd videos and commenting on them. I wish you a quick and complete recovery. And your so right the compassion Adine and the Carers have is amazing and they give all that compassion to not only the babies and the grown orphans but to each other. Is amazing to watch.
Prayers for a complete recovery
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She looks so proud to say meet my adopted son 😊
It is always amazing to watch those elephants around the carers. They seem to follow orders whenever asked. You can tell there is a great bond and respect between the elephants and the carers!❤
How can animals that are so big, be so graceful and sure of foot around something so small? This is amazing to watch. Thank you for sharing these gentle giants story. I have learned so much from Herd Orphanage! You all are awesome!!
Mi unisco a te cara Shannon!👌
What a touching time this is. Magnificent animals.🇬🇧
I love all this ceremony because I see it like a ceremony 🎉🎉🎉
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Yes, exactly, a beautiful, soulful ritual ❤❤❤
How Beautiful ❤
He is so tiny next to these giants ❤
I’m crying with happiness. Thank you for sharing x
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Wow! What a moment! I'm overwhelmed with emotion!❤. Lundi has been thru such an emotional time with a new baby and the rest of the herd so full of questions!!! I just want to hug her so much😭. I'm just in awe! I do love this herd. They absolutely reflect the love and gentleness of their Carers. This baby couldn't be in a better place on earth💖💖💖
The size difference between a Baby and fully mature Bull is huge. I'm so glad the introductions are going so well.
Well done, it's wonderful to see Phabeni embraced & welcomed by his herd.
Everyone--both elephants & humans!--so calm & gentle.
Our childhood expression “the grass is as high as an elephant’s eye” takes on a whole different dimension when you see tiny Phabeni out there.
I continue to be astounded at how this miniature pachyderm survived on his own.
Wow, these guys are tremendous, magnificent works of God art! I can't stop staring in wonderment. I won't look in their eyes for too long...it makes my heart hurt too much. The Kings and a Tot! Seb peeking at the baby and protecting him with his mighty might. I love them so much.
All I can say is thank you for this privilege.
Lundi and Phabeny look pretty comfortable in each other’s company. They’re building a strong and lovely bond.
Beautiful video.
The bulls don’t disappoint with their commanding and protective presence.
They’re the best.
Thanks for sharing.
Well done baby Phabeni 🐘!! You are so lucky to have found people that loves you, together with your new Elephant family🐘🦣🦣🦣🦣🦣.💯% 👍🙏💖💖💖💖💖
This is absolutely a beautiful demonstration of God's gifts to our world !
Hahaha, I guessed completely wrong! I never thought about the fact that Phabeni is a little bull, so that meeting the other bulls would be very important for him. Wonderful video!
Its momma who is Most important
mother is always central, but the introduction process to the rest of the herd might be different because he's a bull
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Lundi is much more protective of Phabeni than she was of Khanyisa. Perhaps it was because Khanyisa had more confidence.
This is just amazing!
I see that too...I think Lundi + rest of herd sense Phabeni's tenderness...
He's a gentle spirit by nature, plus his trauma, separation from his momma + herd obviously DEEPLY affected him...He grieved deeper + longer than Khanyisa did, it seems...(Khanyisa, a much more "outgoing" personality;
Phabeni, more inward, sensitive by nature).
Adine is sooo right -- they are all unique -- like we are, in ways...
Are they not the MOST amazing creatures?!!!
Thank you all for this video, it's always comforting for me, especially today,love you all, from Georgia ❤
Iam so humbled watching this, thank you all for filming for us, its for me an absolute once in a lifetime thing to watch so thank you
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It’s just doggone endearing how the bulls have picked up on and will mimic the females’ behavior with the little ones. I wasn’t sure at first if Sebakwe was intentionally keeping one front leg forward, but 17:12 sure looks intentional to me, and I wonder if he moved Lundi because he wanted the baby back. He definitely does the underside trunk swinging the females do when a baby is wanting to/nursing. I’ve seen Jabulani, in particular, do what I call ‘left scope-right scope’ that the females do when in the protective huddle around the babies, where they move their heads side to side looking for threats. So awesome.
These gracious bulls remind me of my dad: Huge, with all the patience in the world. What a heartwarming and hopeful intro with Lundi lending comfort when needed.
Very beautiful 😍. I love how gently big bulls received the tiny Phabeni 🥰. Well done, also mama Lundi 💞🐘🐘💞. They are absolutely amazing ❤.
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They have so much to teach us. We have so much to learn. Thank goodness we (collectively) are finally grasping that. I truly believe that they are wiser than we.
That introduction went really well. One by one Phabeni is meeting his future family. It will be a sight to see when he meets all the females. I wonder who will be most interested in him. Any guesses? I’m betting on Kumbura. ❤
I love to watch Phabeni around the bigger elephants in the herd. He wanders among their legs as he pleases, but every one of the adults knows exactly where he is at any moment, and they're gentle and slow with their movements so that he won't be hurt. They're already looking out for him, accepting him as he mingles and explores each member of the herd. How amazing to watch the adults taking such great care around the baby!
They have that amazing sense of every little thing around them with their huge ears and sensitive trunk.
What a beautiful, incredibly special moment to bear witness to. I'm filled with love. The Jabulani Herd is the most important herd in the world. Sebakwe just blew me away. They all do. They are so compassionate, loving and protective. There's no doubt that each member of this amazing family knows what to do with a new little baby. It's emotional to watch them accept Phabeni as one of their own. Beautiful ❤
This is absolutely wonderful. Sebakwe has taken to this little bull and has given him a new interest. I bet he'll keep a close eye on little Seuntjie. Somopane is so respectful of Sebakwe. Surely Phabeni will come to know Somopane too, but we can see here that Sebakwe has risen to the occasion and will be close to the little one. Somopane's tusks are the most beautiful of all. And Luntz, well Tokwe and Adine/Carers were right. You have proven once again that you are a great Mum!
What was it like for you, Adine? Thrilled here! 😊
May I ask if Phabeni's sore backside is getting better, please?
Riveting footage ~ 🌿🐘 and so close.
Even held my breath from sheer wonder. 😂🩵🐘
The rumbles are downright symphonic. 🦋Lundi's amazing... and what gentlemen the bulls are.
Phabeni's presence will mean even more to the big herd... all in good time.
Thanks, deep admiration &
blessings to everyone at HERD.
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His abscess is indeed getting better and smaller. It was quite deep and on the bone so he puts pressure on it when he lies down but our wildlife vet Dr Rogers has been treating and monitoring it with our team 💞💞
Isn't this just the most gratifying feeling for Adine and her carers. Their care and enrichment for all the members of the herd show their strong love and commitment. Proud to me a small part of this conservation effort. Adine's parents would be very proud of what she has carried on.❤❤❤
Phabeni is so trusting and her new family is so gentle. It's wonderful to watch. Phabeni is so tiny.
He my lovely
Oh what beautiful gentle giants they are with the calf Phabeni. Thank you for the honor to watch this. I am on awe
The calf is so cute I could just squeeze him love the videos thank you for sharing
So enjoyed watching this interaction! So happy all is well and Phabeni is being accepted! Can't wait to see how he does with Khanysia!
What great interaction! Somopane calming Lundi...and Sebakwe paying lots of attention to baby bull! Lundi very accepting and accommodating to baby Beni and sure appears she has accepted him. A great bonding! Was surprised by Sebakwe's inquisitive nature and it shows his gentle sensitive side (so beautiful) Somopane stepping aside so Sebakwe could bond! How intelligent he is! I understand why our big bulls were introduced as opposed to cows...this makes the bond stronger between Lundi and Phabeni?...Brilliant plan! Phabeni so calm and curious, following and finding solace in Lundi! What a precious little one he is! Blessings to all involved in this adorable meeting!! Thank you Herd!
Well said.
💜Precious 🐘 Phabeni💜
What an incredible interaction!
Ben detto cara Renee.
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@@debdew7125 Deb, Sebakwe just touched my heart! He even moved Lundi so he could be closer to Phabeni! Ive watched half a dozen times! And more coming! LOL Have a great day!! Stay sweet
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I can't wait until Bubi meets him.
Absolutely fascinating!!
It's really wonderful how calmly these gentle giants accepted this tiny little being so readily. Congratulations to you all for your careful planning, so ensuring this introduction went so seamlessly. Truly wonderful.
Phabeni is so tiny!! Bless his heart. He is family now and he feels loved and cared for. What a blessing.
Phabeni is soooo lucky to have Lundi, my heart bursts at their gentleness🥰& growing connection.
I love that Sebakwe and Somopane are so patient and curious about little Phabeni. I look forward to the day that Phabeni is as big as these massive bulls.
I am spellbound watching the gentle interaction between the bulls, Lundi, and Phabeni. They communicate so much through their rumbles, their touch, and their eyes.
Wow!!!!Those deep deep rumbles from Samopane were incredible. So sweet the complete acceptance. 😊
Does this mean Lundi is now his adopted mom? 🥰
I think we can say lundis his momma now its just who will be the nanny
@@ac38656 Will it be Sebakwe? LOL He was so taken with Phabeni! Love your comment!!! ❤🐘😆
It always amazes me to stand or walk with these giants (under the headphones) and realize how quietly they move about. Somopane as usual is all about "situational awareness" during the entire visit. What a great personality he has. Also way to step up again Lundi!
I forget how very small our Boy is until we see adults, magnificent and utterly heart stealing, love and compassion right here.
I love each and every one of these stunningly beautiful family
Extra love to Phabeni and too Fish who is elsewhere.
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Beautiful,❤️❤️amazing ,loving to watch interactions with the other elephants and the baby so adorable!!❤️hugs❤️
The bulls are very gentle around Phabeni. Very touching actually.
everything goes so calmly! 😃
Loved it when Lundi dropped off Phabeni at his "day care center" 😄🥰
Thank you to Adine and carers for their skillful and hard work with the HERD ❤💐❤.
Another beautiful and successful introduction. Can tell how much Sebakwe is enjoying the new baby; he's so gentle with our little one.
I think Sebakwe and Somopane will be rumbling to Lundi and saying - hey, where did this baby come from, we didn't even know you were pregnant!! 😂
😂😂they're probably denying paternity as we speak😂😂it ain't mine
same thoughts , yes 🤣
very funny!!!🤩
I think they are smart enough to know it’s not one of theirs but they accept him anyway as they accepted Khanysa.😊
Not my kid....😂😂😂
Oh WOW 😃 The Big Bulls Somopane & Sebakwe 🐘 🐘 I completely guessed wrong on who Phabeni would be meeting next. This was such an exciting, beautiful & treasured moment ❤❤❤❤💚 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘 Love it 🤗😘
👏🏼👏🏼 Congratulations on another successful introduction. Phabeni & Lundi remained very calm around Somopane & Sebakwe. It's fantastic to see how these gentle giants take such care not to step on or knock over the little calf ❤🐘💙🐘
This is BEAUTIFUL beyond words ❤It is ALWAYS a privilege to witness these majestic and gorgeous Elephants. Micro-dot Phabeni has come a LooooooooooonG way. Thank you to All at Herd 🙏🏼🕉️🙏🏼🌻💜🌻💜🌻💜
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I found your channel later with the last orphan. It’s so interesting how you introduce the new one slowly to the herd. He is also going to fit right in as the herd accepts him as their own. So special! ❤
So exciting - my heart glows to see this precious little guy starting to form bonds with his new family 💘
A beautiful, remarkable, calming experience. Phabeni progress steady journey in the kind, capable, competent hands of his carers, Adine. Thank you one and all for this precious privilege. Best wishes, health, joy, wellbeing 🌞🫶🏼🖖🏼
Amazing, they are so big and Phabeni so little, my heart is in my mouth watching this despite knowing that Herd are the experts and all is well. Its such a powerful experience on so many levels for us, you and the elephants. Thank you so much for sharing it
Phabeni is going to make a wonderful leader in his herd! I could tell that from his attitude in the beginning. He didn't seem to be afraid of anything or anybody! What a cool little guy!!❤
Such touching moment,every body loves this little brave boy,thank you Lundi to becoming a great mom again,so proud and thankful to her, well done team
Phabeni looks so big when he is with people but so tiny when he is with elephants. I love how he stayed under Lundi.
Lundi was very much responding to the rumbles and indicating that she had a baby there. She kept reaching down to Phabeni to comfort and protect. Not that he needed much protection from two very gentle giants.
This is so encouraging. Lundi will protect Phabeni until he can go off on his own. Wow beautiful.