Who doesn’t love the “cuteness” factor when it comes to wildlife? Dave Jackson has captured a few precious moments on camera of an elephant, giraffe and hippo calf eagerly discovering the world around them.
These videos were filmed at nDzuti Safari Camp in the Klaserie Private Nature Reserve. The dam, which is close to nDzuti, is frequented by a diverse array of wildlife. Dave was lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time !
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Baby Hippo Clings to its Mother
A hippo calf will always cling to its mother for protection. Hippos walk on the bottom of rivers and dams, creating pathways. A calf does not have the strength and balance to wade through water until it has reached the age of two.
Baby Elephant Tries to Use its Trunk
An elephant calf cannot control its trunk and learns “trunk control” by exploring its immediate environment and touching the rest of the herd. The matriarchs and herds are protective over their young. When they feel threatened the elders will surround the calf in an attempt to hide it. Dave was lucky to be able to capture this moment.
Have you Ever Seen a Baby Giraffe?
A giraffe calf has a short neck when it is born and does not move around a lot. The short neck provides additional camouflage. Yet another great video moment from Dave !
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