A 5.2-magnitude earthquake in San Diego caused a herd of elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park to spring into action to protect their young calves. The video showed the older elephants forming a circle around the two 7-year-old calves, Zuli and Mkhaya, to shield them from any possible threats. The video also captured the elephants freezing in place as they gathered information about the danger and remained huddled even after the earthquake stopped. Elephants are known for their intelligence and ability to sense danger, often forming alert circles to protect their young.
The earthquake was felt from San Diego to Los Angeles but caused no injuries or major damage. Despite this, the elephants were spooked by the shaking ground. One calf sought refuge between the adults while the other, a male, wanted to show his courage and independence on the edge of the circle. The female elephants, including a teenager named Khosi, reassured the young calves by tapping them with their trunks.
The curator of mammals at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park praised the elephants for their protective behavior, likening it to what any parent would do for their children. The elephants briefly huddled again when an aftershock hit, showing their instinct to protect their young until they determined everyone was safe. The incident highlighted the strong bonds and protective instincts within the elephant herd.
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