People have long admired elephants for being very emotionally intelligent, and the way they grieve is one of the most interesting things about how they act.
George Wittemyer is a conservation scientist who has had the chance to watch these beautiful animals and see for himself how much they respect the dead.
A sad video posted by Parveen Kaswan not long ago has touched many people’s hearts. It shows a group of elephants stopping traffic as they mourn the death of a young calf.
The herd forms a circle around the dead body, with one elephant holding the calf gently in its trunk. It’s a moving show of grief and respect. In this tender moment, the strong emotional ties that exist among elephants are shown.
We are reminded of how deep and complicated elephant feelings are by this powerful show of grief and respect. The strong bonds these magnificent animals have with each other are shown by their behavior, which is a moving reminder of the beauty and wonder of nature.
