35+ Effervescent Elephant Pics and Gifs Showing How Gentle These Giants Truly Are

kalila courban

Oct 20, 2023 11:00 AM EDT

Over here at Animal Comedy, we are big fans of animals. Elephants have been one of our favorite animals ever since we discovered that they are one of the few matriarchal animal species! Gazing at these magnificent behemoths in person is an experience that leaves one in awe, and their grandeur translates beautifully in photographs and fis as well. Elephants, the Earth's largest land animals, are endowed with captivating features like ivory tusks, lengthy trunks, and iconic, floppy ears.

A fascinating tidbit about elephants is that you can estimate their age by the size of their tusks, which continue to grow throughout their lives. What truly sets elephants apart is their exceptional memory, boasting the largest brains among all land mammals. They are truly smart and endearing beings. Now, immerse yourself in the splendor of these majestic creatures!

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In case anyone else also has a serious grump on this evening; have a boop.

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Toodles!

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Baby elephant prepares for liftoff

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I am learnding to use my trunk

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Vroom! He completes another lap. So excited

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Hmm...interesting *strokes chin*

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Baby elephant attempts to mimic mom drinking from her trunk even though she can't yet

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Gotta go fast!

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Wonder what thoughts are going through his little head.

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Older orphan greets a scared new arrival at the Sheldrick Nursery

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Cutest fall ever

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Baby gets a bed and knows just what to do with it

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Seems like an even trade

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Oh no you don't!

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