A heartwarming and protective moment was captured at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park during a 5.2-magnitude earthquake on April 14. As the ground shook, three adult elephants, Ndlula, Umngani, and Khosi, formed a defensive "alert circle" around their calves, Zuli and Mkhaya. The herd remained in formation for several minutes, ears flapping and alert, to shield the calves from any potential danger. The video footage, captured during the quake, shows the elephants huddling together in the morning sun before springing into action. Elephants, known for their intelligence and sensitivity, were clearly rattled by the tremors. Earthquake in California: Quake of 5.1 Magnitude Hits Near San Diego in US, No Casualties Reported.

Elephants Shield Calves During 5.2 Quake at San Diego Zoo

Elephants Form Defensive ‘Alert Circle’ Around Calves During Earthquake in California

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