Zindoga Steals Baby Elephant Khanyisa’s Zebra Blanket and Runs Off

This video isn't just about Zindoga stealing Khnayisa's zebra blanket, but it certainly is a highlight to watch the brazen bull elephant throw Khanyisa's warm coat around with his trunk and then try and run off with it, before cheekily discarding it. Tigere, our dedicated Elephant Manager, kindly retrieves the stolen item and cleans it off.

The day starts at the orphanage as Carers Khensani and Reply are already at work, cleaning up after Khanyisa and preparing her for the day ahead. Khanyisa does not want to leave her bed just yet - it is still very chilly in the mornings here in our reserve in the Greater Kruger region of South Africa. But eventually the little calf is tempted by lush green grass Adine has handpicked for her.

Khensani leads the way as the team bundle on down the road to meet up the herd and on this morning Khanyisa's gentle giant welcoming party included mother Lundi as well as allomother Bubi and young sister-friend Timisa.

Enjoy a walk with the herd as they all head to the waterhole for a pit stop and water refill before starting the day's journey!