COMFORT SUCKLING & SUCKLE STANCES: Episode 3 of our Elephant Behaviours Series

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  • Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
  • Have you heard of the term “Comfort-Suckling?” Learn All About it Here!
    In Episode 3 of our HERD Elephant Behaviour Series, we delve not only into the behaviour of comfort suckling, but we have included an additional behaviour that is often seen at the same time as comfort -suckling, and that is the “Suckle-Stance”.
    The behaviour Comfort-Suckling can be seen in one context only, which is Calf Reassurance and protection - making it easy to identify and classify. The behaviour “Suckle-Stance” can be seen in two different contexts, namely Birth and Calf Nourishment and Weaning.
    The term comfort-suckling pertains to elephant calves that are in fact suckling from a female in their herd that is not lactating, or producing milk. As the Jabulani herd is on contraception, the females are unable to reproduce and therefore do not produce milk. You can read more about that in this blog post: herd.org.za/bl...
    Or click on this video link:
    • Why The Elephants Are ...
    We would like to take this opportunity once again, to thank Elephant Voices for sharing all their research on their public platform called the Elephant Ethogram, which provides the world with all this incredible insight into elephant behaviours.
    Use this link to view the Elephant Ethogram by Elephant Voices:
    www.elephantvo...
    * Our elephant behaviour videos showcase various elephant behaviours through our video archives that feature a unique semi-habituated herd, called the Jabulani Herd. By making use of the information available on the Elephant Ethogram, a public platform created and shared freely by the team at Elephant Voices, we are showcasing some of the more commonly seen physical behaviours by sharing a few examples of individual behaviours in succession. All behaviours are always open to interpretation and based on numerous contributing factors which are taken into consideration.*

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  • @janadogan-qy7ci
    @janadogan-qy7ci 5 місяців тому +11

    This channel brings me such joy. It is amazing that the babies are allowed to sickle for comfort. The female elephants are so gentle, accepting and kind to the orphans. Humans could learn so much from elephants. We would be a much kinder and accepting world. They should be more protected than they are. Thank you for this wonderful video and all you and the staff do. I learned so much today.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      We couldn't agree with you more. Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely message of feedback.

  • @survivor2117
    @survivor2117 5 місяців тому +107

    Thank you for making this disabled woman happy to watch the hard work that you do and live vicariously through everyone there…

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +20

      Well thank you for choosing to watch our videos - we are equally as grateful!

    • @amybear2941
      @amybear2941 5 місяців тому +10

      May God bless you & heal you , In Jesus' name , Amen . I was crushed on the job by a 177 pound semi trailer door . I use to drive a semi . Pain is terrible . You can google my name Amy Larcom . I Love Herd ❤️. Blessings to all .Amen

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +9

      @@amybear2941 Oh no, that is so sad, Amy - gosh what an ordeal to go through in life. Well you still sound like you in good spirits and that is half of the win right there. Sending all our love your way from the whole team at HERD.

    • @CristinaF210
      @CristinaF210 5 місяців тому +8

      yes, this youtube channel is precious and the best on this platform

    • @survivor2117
      @survivor2117 5 місяців тому +1

      @@amybear2941 that’s very kind of you. ❤I’m a minister‘s daughter, so my faith is very strong. I am retired from continental airlines. I had a piece of metal slice into my foot from underneath the ticket counter and embedded in the metatarsal joint, eventually creating a neurological disorder due to mis treatment by Workmen’s Compensation doctors, they put electricity through my foot to stimulate the nerves to heal before realizing there was metal embedded in my foot, so they cooked it into the joint.😢 by the grace of God, he’s taking care of me and I’m on disability I took a small settlement because it’s a right to work state to get out from under those doctors and I’m on maintenance care now.

  • @susanvaughan4210
    @susanvaughan4210 5 місяців тому +12

    To see Khanyisa when she was so fragile, and then to see her grow up to support another calf in this way is moving beyond words.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +2

      It is so very special! That moment represented so much, didn't it! How far she has come. Thank you, Susan.

  • @Daughterchasya
    @Daughterchasya 5 місяців тому +102

    Elephants show more kindness than any human has ever shown me in my entire life

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +20

      They are pretty incredible !

    • @laurenurban3942
      @laurenurban3942 5 місяців тому +25

      I have never met an elephant so I don’t know how one would treat me. However, I have met lots of humans and really wish I didn’t have to meet any more because humans are awful. I have always found comfort in animals…..dogs, cats and horses are my comfort animals. I would much rather spend time with my pets, than any human.

    • @muffassa6739
      @muffassa6739 5 місяців тому +13

      I'm so sorry but there's kind people God Bless you 🙏 ❤

    • @dreamcatcherjulie1
      @dreamcatcherjulie1 5 місяців тому +7

      I honestly hear you on that reply. Elephants are absolutely amazing in that respect as well as everything else.

    • @cemarie5471
      @cemarie5471 5 місяців тому +7

      Same here!!!
      I have had a pure love for ellies all my life as well as furbabies
      No human can love you unconditionally as a ellie or furbabies❤❤❤

  • @janetkizer5956
    @janetkizer5956 5 місяців тому +63

    This is all so sweet, and amazing. The way these elephants not only tolerate orphaned cslves but totally acept them as their own is so beautful.

  • @kynasnyder7646
    @kynasnyder7646 5 місяців тому +18

    I was so moved by watching sweet young Khanyisa offer her breast to Phabeni. Thank you for this information and a walk down memory lane watching Khanyisa suckling from all her alomothers. Such a remarkable herd.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +5

      It was a very moving moment - how far she has come! We look forward to seeing her relationship blossom with Phabeni. Thank you for the nice comment.

  • @dreamcatcherjulie1
    @dreamcatcherjulie1 5 місяців тому +16

    That was absolutely beautiful with Lundi actually lifting her leg off the ground for little Phabeni. That was the first time I have ever seen an elephant do that for any baby elephant. The love these animals exude is almost too much to take in. I watch your channel and videos everyday. Thank you.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      It was really awesome to see! And very unusual. Bless her. Thank you so much for watching so closely - it means the world to us - and for the feedback. Have a super duper weekend.

  • @elainedavis3923
    @elainedavis3923 5 місяців тому +45

    Who knew that education can be so fun and beautiful.
    Thank you for all the work you put into it.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +9

      What a happy and delightful comment - thank you! Its a big pleasure and we are so happy that you find it fun to follow.

  • @gr8fuldeb699
    @gr8fuldeb699 5 місяців тому +20

    I love how the elephants show acceptance of the orphans and automatic love towards them. Its so heartwarming. Thank you for sharing these videos and teaching us so much about the behaviors. It’s fascinating!!!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +5

      The social structure of elephants and the unique Jabulani Herd in particular is truly amazing- and like you said, heartwarming. It is our pleasure - we hope that you enjoy the rest of the series.

  • @GrantWitham
    @GrantWitham 5 місяців тому +51

    Brilliant information, much appreciated. I worked as a pilot for 20 years all over Africa, (Tanzania, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Kenya), and am engaged to a lovely lady in South Africa. She wears one of your high-quality hoodies with pride as do I, and a 3rd purchase was @ Christmas for my sister. (I ENCOURAGE others to support your work by visiting the on-line STORE!) We hope to visit in person later this year. Continued success. Best regards, Grant

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +15

      Hi Grant - what a career you must have enjoyed! That is quite something. Thank you for supporting our merch - and flying our flag high, as they say! Congratulations on your engagement - we hope to see you both in the future. Thanks for being such a longstanding follower of HERD.

    • @kp8381
      @kp8381 5 місяців тому +6

      Awesome and congrats on your engagement 💍.
      🐘❤️🐘❤️

    • @CristinaF210
      @CristinaF210 5 місяців тому +6

      yes yes yes, support HERD please with whatever you can, all of us

  • @missclaire4820
    @missclaire4820 5 місяців тому +40

    Very interesting and nice to see Bubi with Phabeni

  • @Squabetty
    @Squabetty 5 місяців тому +39

    Excellent series! I appreciate the opportunity to learn more about these incredible beings.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +4

      Thank you very much for that feedback. It is a pleasure to be able to share the information and research by Elephant Voices in bite size chunks.

  • @marie-clauderecchia4531
    @marie-clauderecchia4531 5 місяців тому +10

    It is a good idea to inititate your herd of followers to the Elephants behaviours since these are our favourite Ellies which serve as exemples Today was particularely heartwarming with our youngest orphans Khanyisa and Phabeni It is so moving to see these magnificient females Lundi, Dame Setombe , Bubi, Tokwe offering their teats to confort the babies and even more to see Little Miss Sunshine doing the same for little Phabeni Too cute ! Thanks a million for these moments of Happiness

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much. We are glad you found this episode so heartwarming. So many special moments that have passed our eyes in recent year. It is really lovely to bring them to the forefront again in this series. Thank you for this comment of happiness too!

  • @Raiders-4-life
    @Raiders-4-life 5 місяців тому +28

    Very cute baby Elephants.

  • @HettiedeKorteDiplomaat
    @HettiedeKorteDiplomaat 5 місяців тому +9

    I'm so grateful to get to watch the elephants adopt a baby, the calf, instinctively. Not all animals like orphans. But elephants are so gentle. ❤

  • @michellestratford9753
    @michellestratford9753 5 місяців тому +8

    I burst into tears at that beautiful moment for Phabeni and Lundi. Again, thank you for all your work!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Oh there is nothing better for the soul than a burst of happy tears!

  • @bellablock5864
    @bellablock5864 5 місяців тому +9

    I got literally lyrical about the Khanyisa moments. And to see her presenting her breast to little Phabeni... 🥰 My heart melts.

  • @candidaprout560
    @candidaprout560 5 місяців тому +20

    Thanks very much Adine 🌹 and wonderful careers for your help and support for all these formidable animals ❤️. Respect. Hi khanisa ❤️💕. Hi Phabeni ❤️ hi all elephants 🐘❤️ and animals ❤❤❤

  • @EileenGoehring-lb8hy
    @EileenGoehring-lb8hy 5 місяців тому +27

    Very interesting and educational thank you ❤️🐘

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      Thank you so much - your feedback is very much appreciated, Eileen.

  • @kari3368
    @kari3368 5 місяців тому +5

    The comfort suckling is something i didn’t know about, but it would provide a bond between the adopted Mum and baby! really sweet! ❤️

  • @wendyjack4532
    @wendyjack4532 5 місяців тому +7

    This educational video really shows how kind and maternal the female HERD elephants are. They have offered deep comfort to Khanyisa after her rescue and they are now offering it to Phabeni. Even Khanyisa has offered Phabeni an opportunity to suckle.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      They truly are - they are more than a family, they are their own tribe! It's very special to see it unfold as it has.

  • @patriciamaclennan5634
    @patriciamaclennan5634 5 місяців тому +19

    Thank you for these interesting and informative videos. Looking forward to the next one. 🐘🐘🐘🇦🇺

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      Our pleasure - we are delighted to hear that you are enjoying them. Thank you!

  • @dorothywestcott2408
    @dorothywestcott2408 5 місяців тому +5

    Good morning this was a great video. I always wondered why a calf goes from female to female and suckles from them. I always thought it was a comfort thing, but now I understand why. Thank you for another great behavior of the elephant 🐘 world. Can't wait for the next one in the series. Have a beautiful day Jabulani 🐘 family.❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +2

      Good morning Dorothy! Thank you very much for your comment, and we are glad it brought some insight for you. We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback. Have a happy day further❤️

  • @terryford7459
    @terryford7459 5 місяців тому +13

    This is just priceless, as I'm always willing to learn everything I can about elephant behaviors!! Thank You!❤️💚🖤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Excellent - thanks so much, Terry, and we hope you will enjoy the rest of the series. We highly recommend following Elephant voices on UA-cam, Instagram or Facebook too if you have a keen interest. Though you probably do already ;-)

  • @judithhombsch1535
    @judithhombsch1535 5 місяців тому +12

    Enjoying this information series. Thanks for sharing in helping us understand their behaviour ❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      That is such great news for us to read - thank you, Judith - and for taking the time to let us know too. Take care

  • @lindaclark1406
    @lindaclark1406 5 місяців тому +15

    Good morning from Florida 🇺🇸💕🌺🌴💗 Thank you, several of my questions have been answered. This is a wonderful series.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +2

      Good afternoon from Hoedspruit, Linda! That is wonderful to hear, thank you for the feedback - it is very much appreciated.

  • @kathleenjordan9404
    @kathleenjordan9404 5 місяців тому +4

    I love these educational episodes and I LOVE watching the gracious behaviours of the magnificent, accepting and supporting elephants!!!🧡🐘🧡🐘🥰🥰🥰

  • @lindaredwood-kahn2729
    @lindaredwood-kahn2729 5 місяців тому +5

    Thanks for this brilliant series!! Being an animal lover, I came to HERD during lockdown in 2020 and fell deeply for our precious pink princess. I have become intimately a part of this wonderful family that means the world to me.
    Kevin Richardson, the Lion Whisperer, released a recent video, "The Last Lion". He answered the question, "why don't people care?" He replied, " because it does not affect them." Educating us and sharing these magnificent beings' lives hopefully helps to bridge the gap. At least for me. Blessings from California USA. 💙💋💙💋💙

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you Linda! What a journey it has been, right! Our followers from those earlier years walked the journey with Khanyisa through covid - and her story represents such hope and light and triumph. Thank you for being part of it!

    • @lindaredwood-kahn2729
      @lindaredwood-kahn2729 5 місяців тому +1

      @@herdelephantorphanage little pinky helped me and so many others during a difficult time. She will always be my special cherub!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      awwww x

  • @hensley6953
    @hensley6953 5 місяців тому +7

    ❤❤❤❤ GODBLESS EVERYONE

  • @CristinaF210
    @CristinaF210 5 місяців тому +6

    Setomble and Tokwe's tusks are something to see very beautiful ones 🐘🐘and beautiful ladies as well they are 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 i love listening to them talk that low rumble Lundi is a very special lady indeedwe are ALL very very proud of our pink princess YES we are, she has a very BIG heart and so intelligent our princess
    God bless them allsuch a special HERD

  • @shirleymorris7760
    @shirleymorris7760 5 місяців тому +3

    Khanyisa is such a beautiful soul. That she would offer her nipple to P. when she is not even 5 years old yet shows remarkable empathy. ❤❤❤

  • @Renee29forever
    @Renee29forever 5 місяців тому +7

    I'm drawn to these wonderful episodes like a magnet, and the behind the scenes closer look at this behavior. My heart is so full to see Bubi and Phabeni bonding so sweetly! Bubi has a beautiful and deep connection to Khanyisa and it appears she will have the same with baby Beni ❤ And look at Khanyisa being a big sister!!! I'm in awe at the amount of selfless love she showers on Phabeni! Astounding elephants and their huge capacity of love and protection.....it just doesn't get any sweeter than this ❤ Many many thanks for this wonderful information and the lessons this magnificent Herd teaches us all!!! ❤❤❤❤

    • @vblackwell3347
      @vblackwell3347 5 місяців тому +2

      I think Baby K intensely remembers what she was going thru herself a short time ago & has no problem relating to him. I'm so happy that she's bonding w/ him as his "big" sister. ❤😅

    • @debdew7125
      @debdew7125 5 місяців тому +1

      @Renee29forever
      Hi Renee💞
      Wasn't this the most informative and endearing video? Sweet Khanyisa is being such a great big sister to Phabeni! Even with the stance (front leg forward) offering him to suckle. She has even surprised me at bottle time for Phabeni out in the bush. I thought for sure she'd try to take his bottle, but she's been there for him as a big sister like Tamisa was for her.
      Take care my friend🌷💞

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you Renee, for the wonderful comment - it brought a big smile to our faces. Selfless love - so true... we look forward to sharing Phabeni's journey with you too.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      ❤️❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      And it gives her a bit of greater purpose now too, as big sister - which is lovely! ❤️❤️

  • @fluffydog9356
    @fluffydog9356 5 місяців тому +3

    So beautiful to see the relationship and lovingness of the herd! Elephants are intelligent and caring! Thanks for all you do! I love my hoodies from your organization! Extremely well made and perfect for spring/fall weather of the Midwest! Peace! ❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks a million for the comment - and for supporting our merch store too! We are very happy to hear that you are happy with the quality. Thank you so much for the feedback

  • @amaliacardozo3121
    @amaliacardozo3121 5 місяців тому +11

    Thanks!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      Amazing! That is so very much appreciated, Amalia - thank you!

  • @meraaicat
    @meraaicat 5 місяців тому +5

    Magical to see and learn about the world of these sacred creatures - thank you so much for the wonderful work you're putting in to create this series, and of course to HERD for everything you do - you are heroes amongst humans! ❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the wonderful comment and it is a pleasure - glad it is being enjoyed so.

  • @gabriellew6467
    @gabriellew6467 5 місяців тому +4

    A great compendium of useful elephant information and a helpful companion to the usual snippets of information about the herd. Very intetesting, thank you

  • @kaylaamelia2226
    @kaylaamelia2226 5 місяців тому +5

    I am in love with Bubi and Phabeni! I haven't seen much of them two together yet so it was nice to see. Could you please do a video on how Bubi reacted to Phabeni and what relationship she has with him now as well as how she is treating Khanyisa or if she has given Khanyisa a knock like she did Timi?

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for the feedback, its a nice idea - we will see what we can do!

  • @Beth-zg6gb
    @Beth-zg6gb 5 місяців тому +4

    What a wonderful outreach idea to offer specific elephant behavioral videos in a series! Thank you so much! 💕

    • @ulla1623
      @ulla1623 5 місяців тому

      Ultra cute how 🐘 s can teach each other thing so quickly. Wish I could help The Herd more financially. Will ask among my friends but even a one off payment is good I believe and I do that when I can. Thanks Herd Team for the daily joy you give me. ❤

  • @LibertySneeden
    @LibertySneeden 5 місяців тому +9

    Adine, I enjoy listening to talking in Afrikaans. I am from Durban KZN, where Afrikaans is rare. I do speak in English, but I enjoy the feeling in my mouth when I speak Afrikaans.
    I'm remembering Afrikaans' words that I have forgotten.

  • @susant236
    @susant236 5 місяців тому +5

    Thank you for another amazing tutorial! It is clear to see that the calves are not just suckling for sustenance as these mothers are not producing milk. Seeking frequent comfort and connection must be so vital for the calf's well-being. As for the mothers, this is another reason why I admire and love elephants! Their commitment and connection to these little calves is inspiring! ❤️

    • @vblackwell3347
      @vblackwell3347 5 місяців тому +3

      Better than pacifiers. 😊

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for the lovely feedback, Susan. So much love and empathy with the herd, which makes the herd so very special.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Absolutely!

  • @terryheatwole6153
    @terryheatwole6153 5 місяців тому +3

    I look forward for each new episode, and this one features the adorables Khanyisa and Phabeni! 🙌 Thank you Elephant Voices for sharing your extensive research and for helping us more fully understand with these video examples from the beloved Jabulani Herd. The clip with the rumble exchange between Tokwe and Phabeni is wonderful, I almost could hear T say “It’s okay baby.” 🥹

  • @carolinamoreno7372
    @carolinamoreno7372 5 місяців тому +5

    Thank you so much. This was a fascinating video. Phabeni comfort suckled from Bubi! Way to go Bubi! I was waiting for this moment. I am sooooo happy for Bubi. Any opportunity for Bubi to be less skittish around the females and feel respected and cared for, makes me happy. Thank you, Setombe. You are very gracious!

  • @LibertySneeden
    @LibertySneeden 5 місяців тому +7

    I enjoyed this informative video enormously. It was interesting, and the narrator speaks clearly & at a good pace for the listener.
    The subtitles are lovely and clear and stay up.long enough for me to enjoy the picture and read.
    Marvellous, & thank you for these interesting educational videos.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      That makes us so very happy to read, thank you! Your feedback means the world to us, to know that we are on track and in the right direction. Thank you

  • @jbenko13
    @jbenko13 5 місяців тому +4

    It was really nice to see Phabeni and Bubi around 15:15 ! I have been wondering if the two of them were bonding because we all know how much Bubi loves calves, but she sometimes seems to be an outsider amongst the other cows.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Absolutely true. You will enjoy our latest post which touches on those dynamics

  • @michelfauteux4500
    @michelfauteux4500 5 місяців тому +1

    Khanyisa taking the suckle stance was so moving! She will indeed be a wonderful allo mom.

  • @michelfauteux4500
    @michelfauteux4500 5 місяців тому +2

    It's amazing that the Herd and its carers compel people to open their hearts sometimes on a very personal level, as seen in the comments. You do more good than you probably ever imagined. xox

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Isn't it just so lovely? We are so blessed with an incredible community of followers (like yourself) who seem to carry the same love and values and respect for one another. Thank you for such a beautiful comment. It motivates us more than you know. Hope you have as super weekend.

    • @michelfauteux4500
      @michelfauteux4500 5 місяців тому

      @@herdelephantorphanage As wonderful as we (or I) may be, I wish I had more $$$ to support your work. The Solar Project is a Must (not musth lol). I don't know if the Southern Africa drought is at panic stage in ZA but people here (Québec) with plentiful water should help, at least financially or by propagating the situation. Many, many thanks once again. If there was a Nobel Prize for Goodness, I would nominate HERD. Hugs.

  • @sharonj.1240
    @sharonj.1240 5 місяців тому +4

    Precious nurturing of their babies. Trunks touching 🥰

  • @KellyCarver-dr1mr
    @KellyCarver-dr1mr 5 місяців тому +2

    Elephants are very interesting and such loving gentle souls. Thank you for this third episode.
    🙋🏼‍♀️👏❤️🐘🐘🐘…

  • @donnajarvis9542
    @donnajarvis9542 5 місяців тому +1

    I feel so lucky to be able to observe and learn about the different behaviors of these most magnificent elephants. Thank you.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      It is our pleasure - huge thanks to Elephant Voice for their hard work and research over so many years.

  • @pandapath
    @pandapath 5 місяців тому +9

    super series!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much! We are very glad you are enjoying it this far!

  • @elainebernier
    @elainebernier 5 місяців тому +10

    How sweet

  • @marianneritavanvliet4554
    @marianneritavanvliet4554 5 місяців тому +4

    Khanyisa our lovely brave heart the bottle of milk and suckle stances in bush. 😍💚💯💚💪🐘 Phabeni🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘 shall be learn off Khanyisa🐘and the Herd.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Khanyisa Braveheart! What a little champ she has grown to become. She truly has triumphed and been so, so brave.

  • @dewdan11dnd46
    @dewdan11dnd46 5 місяців тому +3

    💕💕🌟🌟🐘🐘🌳🌳Such a beautiful video. Thank you. 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘💚💚Reassurance and a calming sense of protection for the little ones.🐘🐘 The allomother, 🐘🐘also increases their positive bond, which they have created, with the calf. 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘✨✨💞💞

  • @jolandahuisman8007
    @jolandahuisman8007 5 місяців тому +2

    Beautiful, so moving, seeing the comfort that they all given to the babies phabeni and Khayanisa , and Khayanisa is doing for phabeni so heart-warming thank you for the education ❤

  • @beatrixjansen6297
    @beatrixjansen6297 5 місяців тому +4

    Very interesting. I have always loved elephants. So learning about their behaviour is a real treat. thank you Adine🥰

  • @MadeinManitoba
    @MadeinManitoba 5 місяців тому +1

    Elephants are so fascinating. I love watching the Herd videos even more knowing what to watch for. ❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      That makes us so happy to hear! That is our intention - to increase understanding and interest and awareness, through the work that Elephant Voices has already spent so many years researching. Thank you so much.

  • @audreybunyan1493
    @audreybunyan1493 5 місяців тому +4

    Ahhh little khanyisa. How small she was. ❤

  • @debrahouston2884
    @debrahouston2884 5 місяців тому +1

    A-MA-ZING, 3-yr old Khanyisa, still a baby herself, taking the suckle-stance + prompt w/her trunk to allow Phabeni to suckle from her! Precious footage!! esp'ly considering Khanyise is transitioning from the resident baby @ HERD herself...
    She, Phabeni, the entire herd + team NEVER cease to amaze and enthrall me!
    ❤️ 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 ❤️

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      It is so incredibly amazing, Debra! Just seeing Khanyisa so sure of herself and so helpful and giving back to Phabeni, means so much to all of us. Snapshots in time that make it all so worth while. Thank you for the lovely comment

  • @d.c.603
    @d.c.603 5 місяців тому +5

    Thank you for sharing the information. I’ve enjoyed learning.

  • @anneterry3660
    @anneterry3660 5 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for these educational videos. Elephants remain mysterious in many ways. I have learned through your series and videos with HERD that communication among elephants has a number of forms including what the human ear cannot hear.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Thank you for the lovely feedback - glad you are learning with us. Much appreciated.

  • @alinaAZ7
    @alinaAZ7 5 місяців тому +2

    Such sweetness, what a joy to watch, thank you for sharing, lovely to reminisce on dear Khanyisa who came into our lives at such sad times. Phabeni now had stolen our hearts. I had not seen before the clip where Khanyisa comes near Phabeni then he suckles from her too, just wow ❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Thank you for the feedback, we are so happy you enjoyed it. I think many of us will hold on to the moments watching Khanyisa fight through the odds during covid, and to conquer - as we all did through that really tough time in our lives. That clip is beyond special, we agree - and it represents so much of how far she has come too. Thanks for the lovely comment

  • @user-jr9xf3jv1b
    @user-jr9xf3jv1b 5 місяців тому

    Aww Khanyisa. Seeing her as a little baby, her tiny trunk seeking contact with elephant and humans alike. So loving. And now with phabeni letting him suckle. They are both needy little things and will grow up together.

  • @junepearl7993
    @junepearl7993 5 місяців тому +1

    What a surprise to see Khanyisa try to suckle Phabeni! She is learning from the allomothers. Just a few weeks ago she tried a few kicks at Phabeni, but now she has accepted him as her baby brother. Elephants are wonderful.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      They are pretty amazing! Every day they continue to surprise us with their warmth and love and duty to family❤️.

  • @Cody-zd2ye
    @Cody-zd2ye 5 місяців тому +4

    This is a beautifully produced video of these magnificent beings very very well done herd and no wind noise to spoil it so interesting thank you so very much ❤❤❤❤

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Thank you for the feedback- we are really happy to hear that you enjoyed it.

  • @Trumptrain138
    @Trumptrain138 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for the tutorial.
    It brought tears of joy to my eyes to see Kahnyisa as another mother.
    They will all be great mothers, can't wait.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      It is a pleasure. It was a very special moment to see, knowing how far she has come.

    • @Trumptrain138
      @Trumptrain138 5 місяців тому +2

      @herdelephantorphanage
      I saw Kahnyisas' rescue. You're absolutely right she has come a very long way.

  • @davidnierzwick2775
    @davidnierzwick2775 5 місяців тому +5

    Awesome series and beautiful Elephants ❤

  • @patknight12
    @patknight12 5 місяців тому +3

    I love those elephants. Thank you so much for sharing.

  • @danielleh639
    @danielleh639 5 місяців тому +3

    I really enjoy this series. The purring is great.

  • @yuvalella6776
    @yuvalella6776 5 місяців тому +7

    Very educating ❤

  • @shotgunbettygaming
    @shotgunbettygaming 5 місяців тому +4

    14:50 Who's comfort suckling, Phabeni or Setombe?!😆She loves him SO much it makes my heart ache for them both!🥰
    I just about wept when I saw Khanyisa offer her teat to little Phabeni the first time😦😭She's so loving and quickly got over her envy of the New Behbeh when she realized she could be the best Big Sister ever with a little guidance from Klaserie! She's come SUCH a long way on her short journey and she's in the right place with all the right people. Thank you all!!💝
    I just love this series, it's so important what you're doing with it!! Thanks for your dedication and time put in💛

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +3

      Isn't it just so beautiful the way that Setombe is doting on Phabeni? You are so right! Who would have known that would be how things developed. It will be so interesting to see how the dynamics continue to unfold. Who would have thought 4 years ago that Khaniysa would be trying to get a calf to suckle from her in a few years time. It really has been a wonderful journey so far. Thank you so much for being part of it and for the time you took to reply so nicely.

  • @catherine59226
    @catherine59226 5 місяців тому +4

    They’re God’s most beautiful creatures. ❤

  • @oummarwin3988
    @oummarwin3988 5 місяців тому +2

    Beauty Khanyisa, cutie Phabeni and lovely ellies 😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @annickborys2465
    @annickborys2465 5 місяців тому +4

    Merci beaucoup pour vos vidéos émouvantes et passionnantes ! ❤.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      C'est un très grand plaisir - nous sommes reconnaissants que vous preniez le temps de les regarder. Passez une belle journée à venir.❤.

  • @crystalheart9
    @crystalheart9 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for this video on elephant behavior, it was beautiful.🥰🐘🐘🐘💖

  • @susycavaleiro1265
    @susycavaleiro1265 5 місяців тому +4

    I'm loving these very informative lessons on my favourite HERD.💖💖🐘🐘🥰🥰 It's so wonderful of you to put all these videos together for us to learn from.👍👍I appreciate your hard work. I'm a South African living in UK and it's so heartwarming to be able to hear a South African accent everyday,whether it's these videos or Adines' daily videos.The highlight of my day. Baie Dankie.👏👏😍😍👍👍💖💖🐘🐘🐘

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Thanks Susy! We are chuffed to hear you are enjoying them, and thank you for your appreciation. Thanks for following us so closely - and we are happy that Adine brings you an online remedy for those homesick days. Lekker bly, skat!

  • @michelfauteux4500
    @michelfauteux4500 5 місяців тому +1

    Love this series! It makes me feel a little less than just an ellie groupie. Huge thanks.

    • @michelfauteux4500
      @michelfauteux4500 5 місяців тому

      Erratum: I meant that it makes me feel a little MORE than....Hugs and boundless admiration from snowy Montréal today.

  • @kp8381
    @kp8381 5 місяців тому +2

    I loved this information. Just confirms how amazing elephants are.
    Thank you.
    🐘❤️🐘❤️

  • @kayhenry6293
    @kayhenry6293 5 місяців тому +1

    The elephants are so amazing!

  • @vanessagreenlee5618
    @vanessagreenlee5618 5 місяців тому +1

    I send my love to my beautiful african elephants friends.it is nice to see,those african female elephants,allowing the baby elephant phabeni to drink theyre milk.❤️❤️❤️❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘

  • @debrahouston2884
    @debrahouston2884 5 місяців тому +2

    I have to find Episode 1 + 2... What a GREAT idea, series!

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Here you go! A link to the series playlist. You will find the intro video explaining how it all works first and then episodes 1 -3 which we will continue to add to. We hope you enjoy it,

  • @ShortOrderCook
    @ShortOrderCook 5 місяців тому +3

    This is so informative, and I am so glad you covered this subject and gave us so much information. I had a lot of questions about these interacts seeing that the mature cows were on contraception, and the adopted calves weren't able to get milk. But I didn't understand the comfort suckling, but I do now, I thought the calves might get stressed with not being able to feed. But this answered all those questions. Can't wait for the next episode! I love Herd! 🤗

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Wonderful - we are delighted this helped answer some questions you had - it can be a bit confusing. Especially with the calves actually drinking milk formula after all of that! But it helps comfort them tremendously. Thank you for the lovely feedback.

  • @Selamalia08
    @Selamalia08 5 місяців тому +4

    Beautiful rumbles ❤❤❤

  • @janparish7895
    @janparish7895 5 місяців тому +3

    Another excellent and informative Video! Thank you so much! 💖🐘💖🙏🙏

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks so much Jan, for taking the time to watch. It is our pleasure, always.

  • @helenbryson815
    @helenbryson815 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for very interesting filming and information, marvellous touching and moving ❤

  • @anitasyvalahti1730
    @anitasyvalahti1730 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you for this beautiful video. The most beautiful was when the Khanyisa allowed Phabeni to suck 💞. Thank you for the video ❤🧡.

  • @user-sk1su7vg3m
    @user-sk1su7vg3m 5 місяців тому +2

    Goodmorning from Canada.❤❤😊

  • @jenihansen7201
    @jenihansen7201 5 місяців тому +2

    Very precious indeed.

  • @Go-tee71
    @Go-tee71 5 місяців тому +2

    Excellent class! 👏🥰🙏❤️🐘

  • @carmenzamastil1545
    @carmenzamastil1545 5 місяців тому +2

    Thankyou Adine for another educational video.

  • @tctcllc6949
    @tctcllc6949 5 місяців тому +3

    💕

  • @user-kf6lu4dn2r
    @user-kf6lu4dn2r 5 місяців тому +1

    Could you do a video on how they correct the calves? How they actively stop trouble before the calves can really start, is amazing.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +1

      We are working through our footage and in time we hope we can reach many of these wonderful topics.

  • @Kimtwister
    @Kimtwister 5 місяців тому +1

    amazing behaviour and ethics of elephant psychology and what they do on a regular basis thank u kindly and blessings to u alll

  • @joannanoel4757
    @joannanoel4757 5 місяців тому +3

    Very interesting...as a newby, I had wondered if they were dry suckling...what gentle kind animals they are.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому +2

      Thank you so much. They are pretty amazing animals, aren't they?

  • @gemzoey1313
    @gemzoey1313 5 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for this wonderful and informative video!! Love it!🙏❤️

  • @deborahnorthover5304
    @deborahnorthover5304 5 місяців тому +1

    Oh so wonderful to watch, thank you. 🐘💕

  • @GA-rj1ss
    @GA-rj1ss 3 місяці тому

    So interesting and joyful, thank you all of Team Herd

  • @mrwest5552
    @mrwest5552 5 місяців тому +3

    Thank You

  • @catherinethomas1276
    @catherinethomas1276 5 місяців тому +2

    Such a beautifully presented educational piece thank you.

    • @herdelephantorphanage
      @herdelephantorphanage  5 місяців тому

      Thank you so much for the lovely feedback- we are so glad you enjoyed it.

  • @annsmarpat9500
    @annsmarpat9500 5 місяців тому +2

    I love this series ❤ Thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

  • @pattiharrison1211
    @pattiharrison1211 5 місяців тому +2

    Love your videos ❤❤❤❤❤