Baby elephant stuck in irrigation channel rescued in Hwange National Park - Full version

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  • @tmhwriter
    @tmhwriter 9 років тому +203

    This is a wonderful video. Thank you very much for posting it.

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  9 років тому +5

      +tmhwriter Thank you very much. You are welcome !!

    • @tmhwriter
      @tmhwriter 9 років тому +10

      +Mathieu Bourgarel Hey, Mathieu. I think you should rename this video. People search for baby elephants, not BB elephants. The only reason I am making this suggestion is that I think there would be a lot more views if this came up in a search for baby elephants. This is one of the most touching videos on UA-cam. Once again, thank you for posting it.

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  9 років тому +7

      Thank you for the advice. I changed the name. We will see if it makes a difference. Best regards

    • @christineduflos1543
      @christineduflos1543 7 років тому +1

      Trop mimi jador

    • @armoonamoon2673
      @armoonamoon2673 6 років тому

      @@MathieuBourgarel หน้ารักช้างแสนรักลูกถูกใจมากๆๆ

  • @ingeb3211
    @ingeb3211 5 років тому +53

    I've watched this video maybe 10 times and to me it shows how incredibly intelligent elephants are. She keeps trying different way's to get the baby out and it shows how important older and wise cows are to a herd !

    • @voyaristika5673
      @voyaristika5673 Рік тому +4

      I wish humans were like that (now that I'm an old wise cow!) 😔

  • @TheraP2014
    @TheraP2014 2 роки тому +20

    This amazing film shows the world the incredible human-like compassion that elephants have for each other, and the reason why I Love them so much.

  • @JazzyBlackNettah
    @JazzyBlackNettah 5 років тому +22

    This is by far the most amazing rescues I've seen of THIS capacity. This is a magnificent creation and fantastic footage. 💘

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  5 років тому +2

      Thank you very much. I am happy you liked it. do not hesitate to share the video. best regards

  • @Clodi19
    @Clodi19 Рік тому +5

    Omg !! I was so anxious !! only the mother helped !! I am so happy !! Love so much the elephants !! they are better than human being ! and babies are son funny and adorables thank you for this wonderful video !!!🐘💓🥰

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  Рік тому +2

      Thank you very much for your comment. I am happy you liked the video

  • @ameliafroehlich2577
    @ameliafroehlich2577 Рік тому +1

    Yet another example of just how amazing and loving elephants are.

  • @mildred2109
    @mildred2109 8 років тому +151

    mother of the year should go to these female elephants.

  • @louisasmiles
    @louisasmiles 8 років тому +55

    that female was a superstar. absolutely fantastic helping the other herd out. im sure its instinct to help a baby but thats amazing!

    • @siriusblack7714
      @siriusblack7714 2 роки тому +3

      "I'm sure its instinct" what do you think your actions are?? Give these creatures credit for once in your life.

    • @badereric
      @badereric 2 роки тому

      @@siriusblack7714 Lol bro? wtf are you doing getting so mad at a throwaway comment made 5 years ago. It's not that deep. Maternal instinct is a term applied to fucking humans too. People like you just want to be mad

  • @Ponygirl-cx8lc
    @Ponygirl-cx8lc Рік тому +2

    I loved the grandmother elephants. They know everything and I live with my grandma because my mom pass away from cancer in 2003 and I learned from my grandmother

  • @meilinpang6562
    @meilinpang6562 7 років тому +15

    My heart was pounding when I watch beginning! Thank god mama didn't give up to rescued her baby! I am so happy to see the baby rescued! 😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому

      Thank you for watching !

    • @sonikumari-ss9pv
      @sonikumari-ss9pv 6 років тому +3

      Ya...at same time i was thinking if mother elephant fails to rescue then one person is there to save and help baby elephant...i.e the one who is making video...

  • @idilali9160
    @idilali9160 7 років тому +58

    I love elephants beautiful animals.

    • @b.biermann6841
      @b.biermann6841 5 років тому

      Geschafft!❣Wie wunderbar❣ Man bibbert mit....

    • @kellyk5123
      @kellyk5123 3 роки тому

      Me too!!!!!!!!

  • @Geordie_Chloe_
    @Geordie_Chloe_ 6 років тому +15

    I truly adore this video! No matter what herd a baby is from they will do all they can to help and protect. The love n care these amazing animals have for each other is admirable. I can just imagine the ellie who saved the baby saying to her mum ‘why on earth did you allow your baby to get stuck?!?’ Hehe! ❤️❤️

    • @Azilis1976
      @Azilis1976 Рік тому

      Ce sont des familles d'éléphants conduites par des matriarches. Tous les membres de la famille sont sont extrêmement solidaires entre eux

  • @ianrobson9601
    @ianrobson9601 5 років тому +41

    I`m well impressed with that elephant`s multi tasking skills , rescuing that little one and taking a dump at the same time.

  • @BebeesHuman
    @BebeesHuman 4 роки тому +15

    How did the baby elephant end up on his back in the channel in the first place? The rescuing elephant sure knows how to lift stuff! I'm glad she's not stuck hauling logs.

  • @yveslabbe9608
    @yveslabbe9608 Рік тому +1

    OUF! J'ai vue le lion, le baby coincé sur le dos. J'ai forcé durant la vidéo. Mais maman a réussit à le déprendre! Magnifique! Merci!

  • @susananderegg3734
    @susananderegg3734 8 років тому +25

    this is absolutely amazing footage. I was rooting for the ellie trying to pull the baby out. And she did it! I hope you don't mind, I am going to share this on FB. Its just....I'm speechless Wow!

  • @debralucas2224
    @debralucas2224 8 років тому +40

    That was bloody amazing! I wanted to give her a high five hahaha

  • @Tiddybeth
    @Tiddybeth 7 років тому +113

    I love how they push the Mother away like "Girl your hysterical" Then the second herd arrives and the Matriarch is "First I need a drink,now lets get this done"

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому +12

      Thanks for watching, please share if you liked it. It was amazing moment, especially when the mother came back after.

    • @t.r.1457
      @t.r.1457 6 років тому +12

      Tiddybeth - Haha, I had similar thoughts :-)).
      I hope mom had the chance to see the rescue tactic of the matriarch of the second herd. Younger elephants need to learn from the wits and experiences of older ones.
      Btw. ca. 75% of the genes for intelligence are passed down to the next generation by the mother, mainly through her X allosome provided for the baby.
      Intelligence is a female thing, it's inherited from females / the mom (in case of all mammals).

    • @Paka1918
      @Paka1918 5 років тому +3

      @Jack Smith
      Religious bullshit.

    • @billyboblillybob344
      @billyboblillybob344 5 років тому +7

      @@t.r.1457 Thinking about the lives of elephants, it makes sense really. The herds are matriarchal and sons are booted from the herd once they approach sexual maturity. After that, males are mostly driven by procreation while females are mostly driven by herd health and survival.

    • @RichardStrong86
      @RichardStrong86 4 роки тому +1

      @@t.r.1457 Intelligence is not a female thing. That's a myth derived from an incomplete understanding of genetics.

  • @happytrailsntails777
    @happytrailsntails777 8 років тому +19

    Wow! Great footage- I was on the edge of my seat.

  • @apollonia6656
    @apollonia6656 6 років тому +5

    What a brilliant mother. She did not give up.😥 Phew, my heart is still in my mouth.

  • @neliaferreira9311
    @neliaferreira9311 11 місяців тому +1

    God bless you, dearest mom ELEPHANT ❤❤❤❤

  • @lydiahuizar2729
    @lydiahuizar2729 4 роки тому +5

    A mother never gives up on her child.. Great job mom😉

  • @sytesstealurdata7808
    @sytesstealurdata7808 8 років тому +131

    Elephants are persistent. Imagine what they could do if they had hands.

    • @fetcorran1
      @fetcorran1 5 років тому +9

      Ye! They would be knitting Cardigans all day long!

    • @pabloperez4063
      @pabloperez4063 5 років тому +2

      They would be using mobiles And wasaps....you,d better let them without hands...

    • @Tehons
      @Tehons 4 роки тому

      fisting?? no no no I'd rather not imagine

  • @chichichi998
    @chichichi998 5 років тому +3

    Proof how intelligent and caring elephants are x

  • @angeliquemontanarini2437
    @angeliquemontanarini2437 6 років тому +1

    Extraordinaire! ! Les animaux sont très souvent plus humains que nous! Merci d avoir filmé un tel spectacle!

  • @Sutha-ho1os
    @Sutha-ho1os 4 роки тому +2

    Mother in every animal and human are always great 🙏❤️❤️❤️.

  • @robbieunderwood8349
    @robbieunderwood8349 6 років тому +5

    OH. MY. GOD. Incredible. Wow.
    Happy days are here again!

  • @ameizingvioleta2745
    @ameizingvioleta2745 4 роки тому +3

    Какие же слоны умницы!

  • @ivoneteamor360
    @ivoneteamor360 5 років тому +4

    Veja, a preocupação e parceria entre, eles, amor ,quem ama cuida. Espetacular, os elefantes nos ensina muito com as suas atividades comportamental enquanto não resolver o
    problema eles não descansa
    são realmente verdadeiros e
    companheiro até o fim. Amo
    a natureza. Muito lindo. Obrigada.

  • @cynthiameans
    @cynthiameans 5 років тому +6

    One of the best parts of the video is how the herd of majestic elephants roll up on the lions at 0:16 and the lions remain seated. Beautiful sight to behold.

  • @2dasimmons
    @2dasimmons 6 років тому +2

    Wow! I LOVE THE MOTHER ELEPHANT WHO WON'T GIVE UP!! She keeps BACKING ON IN. AND FINALLY SHE IS THE (S)HERO:-)

  • @beekeeeper5236
    @beekeeeper5236 8 років тому +79

    This is the most stressful video I ever watched. Mom's not the only one who crapped herself.

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  8 років тому +14

      Hi, It was pretty stressful especially with the presence of lions around.
      Thanks for watching

    • @hazelswords8573
      @hazelswords8573 8 років тому +2

      Mathieu Bourgarel hi great video. l just find it strange the mother left her. any ideas why? and then 4 another herds mathriarc to safe it was great but strange to me

    • @venicawood3894
      @venicawood3894 7 років тому

      +beekeeeper Ditto :(

    • @Hannoi
      @Hannoi 7 років тому +6

      I guess she was a young unexperienced mom and her panic didn't help so they pushed her away?!

  • @cbisme6414
    @cbisme6414 6 років тому +5

    Bless her for not giving up and using her wisdom and experience to get this dear little one out, I have to say it was so stressful watching her I'm sure I willed her on 😏😃👍🐘❤️🇦🇺

  • @kalixutopia433
    @kalixutopia433 9 років тому +6

    Yess. C'est splendide comme moment. La récompense d'années de terrain :) Bravo frangin. Ravie que tu puisse montrer cette facette là de l'Afrique sauvage qui te tient à coeur, je le sais.
    I'm so prouuuud !!

  • @gerbilmaniacosmo7035
    @gerbilmaniacosmo7035 5 років тому +3

    Dios mio me tube en suspenso.. . al fin el instinto. Maternal🐘🐘🐘🐘🙏🙏👌👌👍🌹🌹 gracias por el video

  • @bachtran6358
    @bachtran6358 5 років тому +1

    I love elephant so much.. I am crying.. God bless these beautiful innocent animals 🐘😭💔❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏

  • @Eszra
    @Eszra 7 років тому +3

    This is the most beautiful thing I've ever SEEN!

  • @xanaduxanadu2181
    @xanaduxanadu2181 7 років тому +6

    she gave the baby water first then saved it! so smart

  • @silvanamorandi-kk9in
    @silvanamorandi-kk9in Рік тому

    Meravigliosa mamma elefante ! e' riuscita a salvare il suo cucciolo ! ! ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @neliaferreira9311
    @neliaferreira9311 11 місяців тому

    Thank you very much for posting this video! It`s amazing

  • @LmdsLucas
    @LmdsLucas 5 років тому +2

    this is absolutely fantastic!

  • @conradsmithlacsina4166
    @conradsmithlacsina4166 7 років тому +6

    Awesome. Thank you for sharing.

  • @davidthomas1255
    @davidthomas1255 9 років тому +3

    Thanks Mathieu. I spend a good deal of time in the bush but I was with a group of Brits and Americans having a short game drive from the "Rovos Rail" train. Most of them were very upset so I hope they see your video.

  • @venicawood3894
    @venicawood3894 7 років тому +9

    This is amazing!! A cow from another herd rescuing the baby! That man-made waterhole is a death trap. Are the vultures eating a dead baby elephant carcass? Thabk you for posting this rare sight.

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому +4

      Hello. Thank you for the comment. Yes vultures are eating the remains of another baby elephant. This footage was taken late October, at the end of the dry season, when animals are facing shortage of food and water.

  • @joyeetabandyopadhyay3259
    @joyeetabandyopadhyay3259 5 років тому +3

    Best video ever 🐘💜💙💛👍👍👍

  • @tombom5907
    @tombom5907 5 років тому +4

    Ах,умница!Ай да мамочка!

  • @sweetgirlsoles
    @sweetgirlsoles 8 років тому +45

    Like in most cases: Animals get in in life risk danger because humans change nature. This is no natural waterhole. Whoever built this concrete construction, it was a badly job. It is narrow and has obviously no exit ramp. The same reason why so many wild animals die in our swimming pools, drain pipes, fences or on the roads.
    ThanX for sharing this wildlife moment...

    • @MarlaSingersCancer
      @MarlaSingersCancer 7 років тому +3

      Elephants are endangered, surely if people see an elephant in distress like this they should try and interrupt the herd to save it? I hope that wound on its head wasn't serious.

    • @debrabiderman4275
      @debrabiderman4275 6 років тому +4

      On this we must agree to disagree. These watering holes save lives. Even natural watering holes have their risks, from crocs to mud to predators lying in wait. We have robbed them I'm so many of their natural watering holes. Once we alter any of their habitat we alter all of it. Replacing a natural water hole with a water spot is better than just taking away a water hole.

  • @aathimalu8709
    @aathimalu8709 4 роки тому +2

    I like these motherhood and her adamant

  • @lyla1976
    @lyla1976 8 років тому +69

    it must be the matriarch., is very inteligent, she studied the situation and later finally rescue the baby.

    • @meggi8048
      @meggi8048 6 років тому

      yea there is another video where the matriarch kill a baby elephant because they dont want him in their group.

  • @miasoculpa8490
    @miasoculpa8490 5 років тому

    These are the smartest most resourceful and ethical animals on the planet.

  • @dineshgour5572
    @dineshgour5572 4 роки тому

    Wonderful amazing video..... Elephant have same imotions like human being.... mother elephant gives two times birth of this cute baby elephant....ones when give actual birth other ones this time when she take out of channel.

  • @alexanderplatypus3664
    @alexanderplatypus3664 3 роки тому +1

    Dude I don't care what anyone says, elephants are the good guys. I cheer for them
    This is one of the rare nature videos that might benefit from music, like a sort of anxious and sad theme early then switches to like heroic triumphant building as the matriarch elephant rescues that baby!

  • @nancymca1841
    @nancymca1841 7 років тому +55

    OMG those little legs flying around. Thank God the matriarch figured it out.

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому +1

      Thank you for watching. regards

    • @OfLegendBorn
      @OfLegendBorn 5 років тому +2

      @sportster1988 No, the whole herd is NOT "matriarchs". "Matriarch" doesn't just mean "female". The terms aren't interchangeable. It specifically refers to the female LEADER of a group or family, thus not all the herd females are THE matriarch.

  • @jen77860
    @jen77860 7 років тому +2

    Who said we can't protect each other! Love these elephants are so warm and smart....

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching ! please share if you liked it.

  • @ледиледи-ж3ю
    @ледиледи-ж3ю 5 років тому +3

    мамочка такая молодчина)

  • @madduchess
    @madduchess 5 років тому +1

    That has made me cry what an excellent mother xx

  • @voyaristika5673
    @voyaristika5673 Рік тому

    Incredible. If I were young and starting out I'd love to study and know these magnificent animals. I admire those who work to protect them. Hard work, sad and upsetting, too I would guess. But they are among our true heroes.

  • @southerntowhere
    @southerntowhere 5 років тому

    Mother's love saved her baby. Oh, it's wonderful.

  • @joseleonardofernandezcontr5344
    @joseleonardofernandezcontr5344 5 років тому +2

    maravillosa acción de una madre elefante de un bebe que fue un final de una hermosa fidelidad para todos

  • @Azilis1976
    @Azilis1976 Рік тому

    L'extrême solidarité au sein des familles d'éléphants est formidable et devrait donner des leçons aux humains. Bravo pour ces images et merci d'en indiquer le lieu de prise de vue. L'extrême sècheresse est inquietante.!

  • @Subash-vw2sm
    @Subash-vw2sm 2 роки тому

    Fantastic helping very much god is great

  • @lvrt1970
    @lvrt1970 8 років тому +6

    Thanks for sharing this video.

  • @justicewillprevail1106
    @justicewillprevail1106 3 місяці тому

    Elephants obviously are intelligent, sympathetic, creatures . ❤

  • @sriram5221
    @sriram5221 4 роки тому +1

    Mom can't leave baby until the last breath

  • @sweetyzadalo1330
    @sweetyzadalo1330 6 років тому +1

    It is amazing footage,thank you for sharing to ,Us...

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  6 років тому

      Thank you ! sure you can share the link. have a nice day

  • @georgietaylor2339
    @georgietaylor2339 7 років тому +1

    Amazing video. So incredibly smart.

  • @MrAluminox
    @MrAluminox 7 років тому +11

    Thanks for the upload. Amazing footage. The Einstein of the cow elephants in action; she looked at, thought the solution and did it.

  • @carieb6396
    @carieb6396 6 років тому +2

    Way to go Mumma, Mumma's never give up on saving their children no matter what they get themselves into.

  • @ChristopherSchiffermiller
    @ChristopherSchiffermiller 5 років тому +4

    I love how Elephants are so gentle most of the times when they do their rescuing of a baby and know how to remain calm and get it done. I wonder if they couldnt get the baby out and were to leave, if the Humans would have helped rescue the Baby; since it is a man made structure? I sure hope so, since they built it and are responsible to a degree and the lions were there ready and waiting. Two things I haved learned on YT, Baby Elephants seemingly by the millions get trapped in some sort of ditch or hole and need to be rescued; and India has an epidemic of dog rescues in what looks like a third world post apocalyptic world. Has there even been any world wars or nuclear type strikes in India in modern day? I know the Mahabharata of ancient India had some Wars going on and even talks about Elephants being burned and fires reigning down in some Cosmic Wars, but nothing in modern times right? Anyway, yeah Elephant Matriarchs! What Human rescuer could say they rescued a Baby Elephant and at the same time, took a few gulps of water and a massive poop bombing; all while clearing the other rubber necking clan out of the way and while Lions were there? Chris

  • @stacybrittain9448
    @stacybrittain9448 4 роки тому +5

    Amazing. Heartwarming...and what a relief to see the baby rescued!

  • @ttan4878
    @ttan4878 5 років тому

    So awesome! Love elephant mother! So touched!

  • @geraldinerice5371
    @geraldinerice5371 5 років тому +1

    They are amazing animals. Much better mothers than humans.

  • @debrabiderman4275
    @debrabiderman4275 6 років тому +1

    The most amazing rescue. Never say die!

  • @nicoleholczer6760
    @nicoleholczer6760 7 років тому +1

    Wonderful this female elephant very brave she rescue the poor baby ! Bravo to her and the others standing by her side ! While lions were looking for to attack the baby ! Incredible !!!

  • @gideon6331
    @gideon6331 Рік тому

    Brilliant clever and just shows elephant's are humane

  • @debbie7526
    @debbie7526 7 років тому +24

    I kept moving my feet up "under the baby ele" as if I could somehow "will" the mother to lift her baby up -watching from my house! 🤔 So glad she was able to save the baby 🐘

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching

    • @debbie7526
      @debbie7526 7 років тому +2

      Mathieu Bourgarel You're welcome. I love watching wildlife videos & baby elephants are so cute! 🐘

    • @noneofyourbeeswax01
      @noneofyourbeeswax01 7 років тому +1

      LOL You're not the only one - my leg was lifting as she did, I was like: "comeon,c'mon,c'mon c'mon,C'MONNOOOOOooooo!!"

  • @daladybug42
    @daladybug42 4 роки тому +3

    This Was OmaZinG 😍

  • @zhaobei80
    @zhaobei80 5 років тому

    It shows who cared you the most in the world, your born mother.

  • @demetanne
    @demetanne 6 років тому +2

    So powerful yet so gentle. AMAZING...again humans are the cause...😒

  • @bettievandenboogaard1902
    @bettievandenboogaard1902 6 років тому +4

    Bravo moeder olifant 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘

  • @sroy9789
    @sroy9789 8 років тому +3

    wow! what a mom!!

  • @veenakandoth7354
    @veenakandoth7354 3 місяці тому

    Salute to the Mother Elephant 🙌

  • @2dasimmons
    @2dasimmons 6 років тому +2

    That poor li'l baby elephant looks so cute even though he's upside down. Mommy'll get YOU!

  • @maggiejoseph3041
    @maggiejoseph3041 4 роки тому +2

    Good job mama elephant.

  • @junejuly5288
    @junejuly5288 7 років тому +3

    When she finally got him out, I was exhausted! Good job mom!

    • @annecollins937
      @annecollins937 4 роки тому +2

      I bet that little guy was exhausted too!

  • @INESRODRIGUEZANDINO
    @INESRODRIGUEZANDINO 6 років тому

    GRACIAS POR COMPARTIR ESTE VIDEO !!! ES MUY EMOCIONANTE ...

  • @Patriot842
    @Patriot842 2 роки тому

    Wonderful to see those intelligent females at work.

  • @joeytacey743
    @joeytacey743 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome rescue

  • @محبةالحقمحبةالحق
    @محبةالحقمحبةالحق 5 років тому +2

    I love all animals that our creature give us

  • @jurisecurity
    @jurisecurity Рік тому

    I love elephants loyal to a fault ! Just incredible!!!

  • @Sandy_Rosenthal
    @Sandy_Rosenthal 8 років тому +57

    That man-made thing is dangerous to baby elephants!

    • @MathieuBourgarel
      @MathieuBourgarel  8 років тому +17

      yes it might be dangerous for baby elephants, however, it is difficult to build elephant proof pumping systems... :-)

    • @yukeshvs9856
      @yukeshvs9856 6 років тому +2

      That how they get water

    • @thijsjong
      @thijsjong 6 років тому +6

      That's what I was thinking. But how do you redesign it not to be dangerous. So no animal can get stuck.

    • @erinonfire70
      @erinonfire70 5 років тому

      But they have water too to drink

    • @erinonfire70
      @erinonfire70 5 років тому

      Gloria Sheppard yes cause it is hot

  • @maselangpusa
    @maselangpusa 6 років тому

    Very nice.... And inspirational.... She do her best to save her calf

  • @isabelwakka1160
    @isabelwakka1160 6 років тому +2

    Ahh that was amazing🐘🐘

  • @mchapman132
    @mchapman132 Рік тому +1

    Amazing mama.

  • @arsheya147
    @arsheya147 6 років тому +1

    Mother will be mother..😊

  • @isn0t42
    @isn0t42 Рік тому +1

    I can almost hear her swearing.

  • @mymoonearthsun
    @mymoonearthsun 4 роки тому +2

    Incredible!

  • @jld4948
    @jld4948 5 років тому

    Just goes to show that a true mom will you out!! How enduring!!:)..

  • @doristhomson3082
    @doristhomson3082 6 років тому

    wow. Nothing like a mother's love.

  • @carollangley2984
    @carollangley2984 2 роки тому

    Momma not leaving without her baby... I aged about 2 years watching this and rooting for mom, then grandma came in and got er done.