HomeAnimalsThe captivating image of a mischievous baby elephant – luring his older friend into a prank – has captured the hearts of people around the world.
The captivating image of a mischievous baby elephant – luring his older friend into a prank – has captured the hearts of people around the world.
The enchanting visuals of a playful, young elephant, nicknamed ‘Stompie’ – translating to ‘Stumpy’ in Afrikaans – coaxing his older companion into a romp have captured hearts worldwide.
The charming photographs reveal Stompie affectionately nudging his elder with his trunk, a silent but persuasive request to play.
In a scene that unfolds at the Addo Elephant National Park in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, the irresistible charm of the young calf is too much for his older mate to deny.
Yielding to Stompie’s persuasions, the older elephant indulges in a half-hour of fun-filled play, ultimately surrendering to the youthful energy and finding himself face down on the grass, with an elated Stompie clambering over him.
These adorable images are a delightful reminder of the genuine bonds and affection that thrive within the animal kingdom.
Dive into these fascinating adorable photos below:
Family fun: The older elephant was enticed to join in and play with the small one-year-old calf after he affectionately pressed his trunk against his companionUnable to resist: The calf’s charms get the better of the older elephant and the pair spent half an hour playing, eventually ending up face down on the ground as a delighted Stompie clambered onto his relative’s headGiving up: The calf started off by trumpeting and racing around, then charging and headbutting his relative who was trying to eat, but eventually gave up and joined in the game, said photographer Jen WilliamsAdorable scene: The sweet moment was captured by amateur wildlife photographer, Jeni Williams in Addo Elephant National Park in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, who has been doing wildlife photography for 10 years and volunteers at the national park‘Smiling’ faces: Photographer Jeni from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, said: ‘I loved seeing the interaction between the pair and the self-satisfied ‘smirks’ on their faces’Clambering to be together: The 70-year-old gran-of-two, Jen, added: ‘He took part by lying down and allowing Stompie to clamber all over him. After about 30 minutes the teenager decided the game was over and stood up. The smirks on the faces showed that both thoroughly enjoyed it’Time to climb: Jen, who on this particular day had been checking waterhole levels, said: ‘Baby elephants love to play and are frequently seen climbing on top of each other, particularly at waterholes. I love spending time at the park and taking photographs
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