Big Bull Jabulani Visits New Elephant Orphan Phabeni

[@bettyderoo5984]

He is so small, 12 bottles a day proof to be a good medicine, i see he is getting fuller. And not that bloated . I think he likes his little haven in the shade next to his water. Everyday a little step further, we know whats await him, a warm pool of trunks, mothers, sisters and big brothers. Nice to see kind hearted Jabulani there for support. Thank you for the update. ❤

[@elizabethm9267]

He is gorgeous, and at times I see sadness over his immense loss show up in his eyes. He is soo fortunate to all of you, and is filling out and seems to be more curious about his new home and those in it. Thank you for all you do.

[@Go-tee71]

He's still got a way to go but it's good to see Phabeni's temples are starting to fill out. For a little baby, he uses his trunk remarkably well & has already mastered ripping leaves off branches! He's a dear wee chap 🥰🙏❤️🐘

[@ajaysharma8830]

It is so easy to kill thousands with a bomb...so very difficult to rear a child...human n animal alike...hats off to the dedicated team...it shows us how important life is ...we must respect life utmost in all forms

[@suzettemcinally1384]

Beautiful thank you so much for everything you do for the elephants 😊❤

[@renee1503]

Thank you to Everyone at HERD who care for and love these magnificent animals. ❤

[@marpro765]

Jabulani has not forgotten his beginning. What a wise fellow he is. 💙 He will keep coming until Phabeni feels comfortable and safe enough to approach him. And then they will converse, even if only a few words. Jabu will comfort and reassure Phabeni as to his new life with the HERD. Phabeni's temples are filling in. He looks so much better today, thanks to all caretakers.

[@s2ncurai]

Our cool uncle❤

[@gabe-po9yi]

I was going to say the same thing about his temples filing in.

[@higgsb9128]

I noticed th see that as well and was worried since he looked somewhat similarly to Fenya. He looks remarkably better thank goodness as my heart couldn't handle a sad ending. This place uses love as it's strongest tool to mend these wounded and beautiful Ellies

[@kimmiek0]

​@@higgsb9128me too! those temple areas I never wanted to say that but yes I was worried. I wish we could get a update on his health, weight and how far behind he is, or if he's just trying to get over the shock and trauma he's been through. 😢😅❤

[@Gretla]

​@@kimmiek0.

[@imnotanalien7839]

Jabulani must go back to the herd and announce….’Yup, another baby!’🎉🎉🥳

[@mortalclown3812]

😂🌍🌿🐘🍼💙🫒🇸🇸

[@jamesfreeman2258]

😂❤😂

[@voiciray]

Always fun to watch my baby boy growing stronger. That corner of the garden with the tarp and the little pool looks so nice in the warm sun. I would love to spend all day there sitting beside little Phabeni. One can dream! 😊 Can’t wait for him to meet the herd. Jabu is leading the welcome wagon just like he did for Khanyisa. What a beautiful and wise fellow. I love how they’re giving both sides time to acclimate to each others’ presence.

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

I feel you! I have loved elephants for as long as I remember. (My daughters have inherited this love.) Anyhow, I was at least 35 years old when I told a colleague of mine that the shoulder height of a particular elephant (I believe it was a female, so she was on the taller side for a female) was higher than to the ceiling in my flat. My colleague said, with some emphasis: "There, do you see now, you CANNOT have an elephant at home!" (I actually don't think I ever said I wanted to have one at home, I was just ranting about ellies so much that it might have seemed so.) Edit: I would not minde cuddling a bit with Phabeni, though.

[@Lilybet1316]

Phabeni’s weight and condition seem very much improved! I know he is still quite fragile and little, thank you for giving him these happy days! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@alison__16]

Jabu is the herd's official welcoming committee. He was so lovely like this with Khanyisa too. He knows what the babies have been through and he lets them know everything is going to be alright now.

[@mortalclown3812]

😊❤❤❤❤

[@mademoiselledusfonctionell1609]

I believe so too. The way he approached Khanyisa! He really seemed to say: "I know it is painful" (she had so many injuries AND had lost her mum and her family, so it must have been painful in many ways) "but we are alright, and you will be, too. And we are your new family."

[@Tora_74]

Aww I am sooo glad Jabulani comes to see Phabeni just like he did with Khanyisa. For me it means the little one will be accepted :D

[@richardelg4412]

Thanks to all the carers. They are my heros!❤

[@candidaprout560]

Hi Phabeni ❤ hi jabulani ❤ hi Adine 🌹 and all caring for these formidable animals. Hi khanisa ❤️. You will be jealous. But you stole my heart ❤️

[@JulieRushworth]

Phabeni stole the rest of my heart too

[@NakaidaBeauzec]

Love how you call jabu little son. He is massive but he is still your little son.

[@barbaradean6424]

You people are just so good. I think we probably don't realize exactly how hard you work.. but I imagine how you must feel after these beautiful animals are safe in your lovely herd... the pleasure you give us with these videos is tremendous. My thanks to you all.❤❤

[@herdelephantorphanage]

It is really so lovely to hear your feedback, thank you. We are grateful to be able to share this journey with you, and to show the elephants’ lives in this way, especially with such a caring audience. 🐘💚

[@gr8fuldeb699]

Wow Phabeni is looking so healthy with a strong little trunk and Jabulani has not forgotten where he came from. What an amazing elephant!!!!

[@debbie995]

Thank you so much for this wonderful update! I think about Phabeni everyday and I'm so grateful for HERD ❤

[@candidaprout560]

He loves his swimming pool 😀❤

[@donnajarvis9542]

I love how Aidine speaks to the elephants. I love to hear the sound of the baby elephants rumbling. Everytime I watch I learn something new.

[@JulieRushworth]

Look at the magnificence of Jabu, such wisdom and grace, those Rumbles are a beautiful sound, Phabeni has such a cute stance with his right leg outstretched, i cnt wait for this baby to meet his Family, thank you Adine for this lesson in intergrating this much loved Beautiful Baby. We love Jabu and Phabeni, not forgetting Lammie (Got hankies at the ready) 💙🩵💙

[@mortalclown3812]

Elephant rumbles are angelic choirs to my ears. 💙🐘🫒🐘🇸🇸🌍🌿✨️

[@EvaArt-ud6gwari]

@@mortalclown3812absolutely love those rumblings. Precious everyone, give such joy.😂

[@lillyparis289]

Thanks so much HERD for helping Phabeni get used to his new beautiful family. Jabulani and the rest of the ellies will be so happy when he will be reintegrated into their herd. He still does not know that he found the most wonderful human and ellie family in the world, hopefully soon, Phabeni will be joining them like Khanyisa did a while ago, he will be the little prince within the herd!!!🥰🍀🙏🏻🐘🌟💝

[@mortalclown3812]

Yes! So excited.... I remember when he was Khanyisa's first meeting of the herd, too. Jabulani absolutely knew what you were saying to him! 😊 What an amazing legacy he brings to Hoedspruit lore. Heart full. ❤️ Lastly, I've already got a book's worth of screen shots of Phabeni.

[@midnite325]

OmG. A movie should be made of Baby K's life & the original video of she & the herd's 1st gathering together. What a tear- jerking block buster that would be!

[@tothelighthouse9843]

I see Phabeni's Carer busy working away in the background. It takes so much work to keep Phabeni healthy, keep his quarters clean & safe, give him the love & affection & time he needs. Thank you to everyone, especially his carers, for you caring & diligence. 💖💖💖

[@dennyfromcharlestonsc3325]

Little Phabeni grows so well. One day he will be a handsome bull.

[@amandat1454]

Your love and support has been amazing for this little baby, Phabeni!!! He is a love and will get stronger and more confident each day bc of everything everyone does there!

[@judycook4314]

January tells the herd “soon we will have another baby with us to raise!”

[@jmcampbell05]

HE SEEMS MUCH MORE RELAXED.

[@jenology101]

Jabulani is the orphan welcoming wagon! I was thrilled to see this.

[@catherinebreitfeller669]

world of difference between him & Khanyisa !! 🐘🐘😊

[@kimchi_b]

He's so intelligent!

[@DiFinni]

I am looking forward to seeing the herds reaction when they first meet him. That will be something special to see.

[@micheleehrenberger7822]

This was exciting to see the elephants so close. I excited to see when they are so close within a few feet of each other. That's always epic. Jabulani is the most thoughtful elephant in his caring for the orphans to introduce himself as soon as he can. My favorite video is of Khanyisa and Jabulani at the tall grasses and fence.Khanyisa is now really getting so big and looks so healthy. Always in my heart Little Miss 🌞!!! 12/11/23

[@monicaswavel6074]

Sweet baby boy! Even Jabu is still a sweet big baby boy!

[@jenihansen7201]

He is so precious. Little Fab is what I call him.

[@denellelloyd1280]

Beautiful. Just beautiful how Jubuoani is! Knowing there is a baby standing at the fence like a proud father/ grandfather

[@yvonnemarshall6424]

I love the Birds singing lovely ❤

[@rennierad]

Awww Phabeni looks like he has put on a few pounds since last week. Slow and steady wins the race baby boy.❤💕

[@karenstafford724]

He has settled in really well and is growing up quickly. ❤❤❤😅😅

[@RC-vb1hz]

What a beautiful sight he his!

[@Lownslow064]

Y'all do such great work with these little creatures of God. Can't wait till Phabeni meets the other ellie. Thank you for sharing your hard efforts with us.

[@michelleblake4516]

Commons sense works every time_ Its fun seeing it in action especially when it can often make a complex thing end up being the best/easiest & fastest way 2 solve it 4 example - sharing some of Baby Beni's hay w/the herd is such a brilliant idea that makes perfect sense .... Surely it'll cut down on time & so many things so by the time Phabeni meet's them individually they'll already know him collectively. HERD carers are so full of luv & compassion we can see the effect of Baby Beni being happier & healthier by the day - he's adjusted so well & so quickly it looks like HERD was always Phabeni's home : )

[@susancrawford2343]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all you wonderful people at HERD. You make this trouble world a better place due to your love and kindness. Thank you!

[@K-D76]

Yes they do!! ❤ Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! @susancrawford2343

[@susancrawford2343]

@@K-D76 Thank you! Have a wonderful holiday season 😀

[@terrylemal5163]

I've been excitedly waiting for the new introduction

[@snowbird7614]

I love Jabulani!! I think he was he first elephant to visit Khanyisa.

[@anjakorte-mensch5540]

Baby boy - good morning ❤

[@YenZenBamboo]

G’day Herd, Even the birds are out. Can I ask, does it make a difference feeding dung from a male adult to a male calf rather than a female adult to a male calf? It must be fantastic when you see that the orphans know and recognise that they are safe with you all. Thankyou all so much for sharing. 🤟☮️🇦🇺😎👍 Joel

[@herdelephantorphanage]

The gender doesn’t make a difference, any dung will provide the bacteria needed 💚💚

[@MultiZoobie]

I have a question. Will it be different integrating him with the other elephants since he's a boy? As he grows to maturity will he leave to find his own group of females, or however that works with elephants.

[@barbarahansbury2291]

When you said “new baby “ Jabu knew what you were talking about! Can’t wait for the meeting after watching Khanyisa go through this I am looking forward to it know a little more . Thank you for all your hard work

[@mileysong1117]

💙💙phabeni looking good

[@debeichmann236]

Won’t it be a wonderful day when he is surrounded by the love, support and compassion of his new herd.

[@franceslynch8815]

Jabulani and Phabeni teach us so much. Thank you for showing us the most important things in life for both us and wildlife are love, curiosity, acceptance and kindness. Watching you all fills us with overwhelming love❤️

[@ChasingRainbows67]

That was well said... Beautiful ❤️

[@steventrompeter9883]

Phabeni's condition continues to improve. Jabulani spotted him, can't wait for them to meet. 😊

[@janparish7895]

Just as he did with Khanyisa, Jabu checks on Phabeni. This Gentle Giant remembers his difficult early days. Who better than Jabu to visit Phabeni who, incidentally, is looking better day by day. Early days still but this little Bull has the Best care from his human family and as I'm sure Jabu is telling him, he has a loving Elephant family awaiting him. Thank you all!! 💙🐘🐘💙🙏🙏

[@lionfan9587]

I can't wait for the day he meets the rest of the herd! I thought he was going to meet Jubilani today but it was not to be! Love you little Phabeni!

[@Patricia-vd9xh]

Phabeni is a quiet little soul. He seems adjusted to his little garden world and his stall. I wonder what he is feeling because he shows no sign of trauma. Perhaps forming relationships with the other elephants will open his heart more. ❤ Bravo to HERD! You have designed such a perfect and safe nursery for a dislocated baby. I hope the baby rhinos are doing as well. ❤

[@pattimiller9157]

Phabeni has the cutest little face. I can't wait to see him meeting them at the fence❤

[@theresacrubaugh2095]

Beautiful! I can't wait until he meets the herd. 😁♥

[@cantonhag]

The Carers are so amazing. It's horrible to even contemplate that the rescue herd may not even exist without such courage and care from HERD. G.d Bless you and Dr Adine and her mother, of blessed memory.

[@BestFitSquareChannel]

Good morning Herd family. Greetings from the Caribbean. Best wishes 🌞 🫶🏼 ✌🏼

[@tenzinyangdroen1618]

The dung and straw policy sounds very skilful 👍 can't wait to see Phabeni and the herd meet… all in g♥♥d time…

[@gr8fuldeb699]

Phabeni looks wonderful. That tiny trunk of his has some power. Im so happy he has found such a loving family.

[@serenityalways9882]

What a beautiful and sweet boy! Thank you for taking such good care of him and the herd, Adine! Much love from the US! 💝

[@vanessagreenlee5618]

I send my love to my beautiful African elephants friends,God bless them everyday.❤️❤️❤️❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🌏

[@daydreambeliever6603]

I’m surprised that Tokwe and Lundy don’t come to the fence with Jabu❤️❤️❤️

[@midnite325]

It seems that Jabu is the designated 1 man greeter of the herd. Why not? He's a natural at it. 😊

[@michellestratford9753]

I want you to know that I'm going through some scary stuff in my life, and being able to visit your wonderful elephant family is helping me preserve my sanity. For a few minutes every day I get to feel hope for this world, and escape the reality of my life. As soon as I can swing it I'll be buying more bottles for this latest family member❤ Thank you so much for sharing what you do and please thank the elephants for me too❤🐘

[@midnite325]

So sad to hear you're going through a difficult period in your life. Sincerely hope things improve soon. !n the meantime, your comment re-enforces the majesty of animals; the ability to comfort us in the most difficult of times. Soulful. .

[@michellestratford9753]

@@midnite325 Thank you. And yes, I completely agree 💕

[@Clodi19]

oufff so happy to see Phabeni !! always quiet ! phabeni has something very special !! he is not like the other babies at his age ! is it a trauma ! is he very shy ? he doesn’t play ever ! but he is healthy ! but don’t try to to reach Jabulani !! that takes time ! thousand Thanks Adine 😜I miss Phabeni every day 💕❤️🇫🇷🎈

[@voiciray]

Bonjour Clodi, comme vous le savez déjà, les éléphants sont des animaux très complexes et chaque bébé est doté de sa propre personnalité. Je crois pas qu’il est traumatisé mais plutôt que ça va lui prendre du temps de s’habituer à sa nouvelle vie. Et peu à peu Phabeni va aussi commencer à se détendre de sa propre façon, même si ce n’est pas identique à ce qu’elle a fait Khanyisa. C’est juste une question de temps. Je vous souhaite une bonne journée du Canada. 🇨🇦

[@mortalclown3812]

We don't know that he doesn't play. Let's wait to see his personality unfold. It's wonderful how interactive he is and how his wee trunk is always checking things out. We're all rooting so very much for this precious little guy... together. 🌍✨️🌿🐘🍼💙🫒🇸🇸

[@TheTalksoup]

I have been watching for this. when Jabu came to visit Khanyisa it was profoundly emotional. But this little guy seems to be more independent, just tolerating it all until his family finds him. Unfortunately that won't happen.😢 I love the way these eles have such individual characteristics Khanyisa it was her back legs being crossed when she was concentrating I have watched Phabeni and noticed he has one leg back like he ready to sprint or just cautiously investigating before committing to enjoy what is right there for him. How is our little Rhino? doing?

[@Narrowway7]

Sweet boy seems a bit more scared and timid than baby K did 😢

[@normasantoro1087]

Awe...❤ l love that big boy!!!.... I was hoping Beni would gotten closer...can't wait for that moment like our little girl...lol, ours. 😊

[@patricialease18]

Baby steps 🐘 ❤.

[@mariafont8826]

¡Qué bien se alimenta solito, Phabeni! Me gusta observar el paso a paso de la progresiva presentación de Phabeni al resto de la manada y lo bien que ustedes hacen las cosas. ❤

[@JulieRushworth]

Your correct, such a adorable lil Baba, hankies at the ready

[@moltderenou]

A que si !

[@Eachone1teachone1]

Good job Phabeni. Eating from the tree greens and drinking the water. Adine you’re a “all true girl”. Picking up the dung with painted finger nails. Praying the love from all herd will ensure success❤

[@amykins9870]

I was in awe when Adine said Jabulani’s name and spoke to home about Phabeni, Jabu turned and listen. Elephants are smart so knowing their name shouldn’t be hard. I just thought wow he really is at the fence eagerly awaiting the introduction. He’s says, this is my herd and I would like the be the first to greet him. Jabu is a reassuring presence that they are in a safe place where soon the fences will be limited. I mean for Phabeni being in the orphanage fences. The fences are more for the elephants and the humans protection from predators both humans and wildlife kind. Thank you for all you do for the wildlife n you area of the world! You all are so fortunate to have all the beautiful nature you are surrounded by. I wish to visit someday.

[@sharonj.1240]

Jabu...so handsome and wise. Anxious to meet the new little sparkling star Phabeni. It is good to know he is adjusting to his new life and growing comfortable enough to explore. Adine just dives right into that dung 😄 I wish I could donate a bigger pool for the new babies to play in 🌊🌊

[@madderhat5852]

I can't wait for the herd to be introduced. Happiness all around.

[@rebeccahorner47]

He looks so good from when you 1st got him. How long till he is introduced to herd.

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

I love Phabeni's little Trunk! He's so curious, exploring everything with it.

[@ginadeacon9920]

Wonderful updates, his progress is smashing to see. Jabulani too already starting the process, of intergration, step by step. Wise boy, terrific job Nadine & wonderful Team thank you! 👏🫶⭐️💙🎉🌲

[@quietplease4907]

Sweet boy... ❤❤❤ 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@sheilagadde5975]

Wonderful

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

Phabeni is doing great. Thank you HERD caretakers. He is on his way to growing up big and strong. So glad his temples are filling in, gaining much needed weight. Jabu is impressive. It is remarkable what amazing animals elephants are. Worth all the many years, time and energy to raise the orphans.

[@mary-anneswanson1428]

I just cant wait to see the first time Phabeni touches trunks with one of his new family :) He has a wonderful family to finish joining (already met the two-legged members ) Jabulani is the perfect elephant to greet Phabeni first because he was there to greet the whole herd when they first got there. Thank you again for allowing us to be part of the herd from afar :)

[@pamtoney8950]

I love watching this precious little elephant and thank you all that take care of him and thank you for sharing this videos. I'm watching from Charleston West Virginia USA ❤❤❤❤

[@catherinethomas1276]

Phabeni is so dextrous with his tiny trunk. He knows how to feed himself with the fresh greenery. So sweet ❤ love to you Phabeni and all the csrers and yo jabulani HERD ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sueanderson-croft6268]

Awwww Jubalani is sooo protective. He's lovely. Phabeni is the cutest bless him. Curious and playful. He's doing so well. Thk u Adine, Carers and Jubalani for the cate, support and love for this precious bubby Ele 🥰🐘🥰🐘🥰🐘🥰🐘🥰🐘 xxx

[@karinaoliver5143]

Khanyisa e Phabeni vão se dar muito bem e serão grandes amigos, quero ver los juntos. ❤🐘🐘❤

[@carmencervantes9390]

Dear Adine thank you so much for sharing this beautiful video with this beautiful baby boy. Sending lots of love ♥️😘🤗

[@Greylock21]

THE ELEPHANTS SEE THE CAREERS AS the heroes, always ❤. They know only ❤️ every moment of every day, every nanosecond. THAT IN ITSELF IS HEAVENLY. BLESSINGS TO YOU ALL, ALWAYS, FOREVER ❤❤❤

[@michaeltaylor8835]

Bless you and your team

[@marie-clauderecchia4531]

Jabu is such a thoughtful Ellie he probably remembers his "débuts" at Herd and wants the little orphans feel welcomed and confortable first with Little Miss Sunshine and now with Phabeni who soon will wait for his big brother's visits Phabeni is gradually filling up even if he still has hollow cheeks He is very agile with his little trunk In the background we hear his dedicated carers working behind the scenes to create a pleasant and cozy environnement for him and his Human Matriarch showing him the ropes and giving him the tender moments he still needs Thanks for sharing with us

[@Cody-zd2ye]

He reminds me so much of little Fenya with his little rumbling sounds.ill never forget that little girl she won me over within seconds ❤❤❤

[@kathleenjordan9404]

Definitely filling out and so much more comfortable; could he get any cuter?!😊🧡🐘

[@dr.k3217]

Madam u people r really appreciable .so great .he is coming up .❤❤

[@felicitysummers9140]

Phabeni sure likes those leaves from the trees. That’s terrific that Jabulani keeps coming to the fence wanting to interact with this gorgeous lil ellie. Phabeni is slowly coming along, it just takes loads of patience to reassure young ones who have been traumatised to trust, just tiny baby steps. He is looking so much better well done Adine and HERD carers! ❤

[@annwilliams1073]

I don't remember it being this warm when khanysia as baby was in her yard. Skin looks so very dry too. Interest today is not jabu,but wonderful he visits the fence each day. This is a process that takes a lot of time & so glad phabeni is with you.

[@mrstukutela5126]

Phabeni is getting the 5-star treatment at HERD. He even has a senior bull (Jabulani) visiting him. It looks as if Phabeni is getting stronger by the day! Thanks to Adine and the carers.

[@lauralake7430]

So happy he is looking well

[@marydlutes1792]

Phabeni is looking so much better.

[@PaulaCiemko]

Poor, Sweet Thing... I Can Still See Sadness Within Him ❤

[@candicerunyon2762]

He is growing well and filling out steadily. Sweet, strong and resilient young fellow. I can imagine what a magnificent young bull he will be one day. Thank you so much for undertaking this mission to save these amazing animals.

[@catherinethomas1276]

Phabeni is a smart baby, he's missing his mum and herd. He definitely knows jabulani is there but he's still grieving. Jabulani knows and this shows just how wonderful and caring and protective jabulani is. Hes definitely boss elephant but lets the other bull do the alpha stuff whilst jabulani is a very wise confident bull. ❤❤ Phabeni please drink your bottles 🍼 🙏

[@dianeoxendine7619]

Jubalani knows he was the first baby 🐘 so welcomes all new ones

[@maramakesjournals2319]

Phabeni is looking plumper. His trunk has firmed up and the depressions at the temporal area look like they’re filling in. His face looked sorta skeletal when he arrived. I hope for the best every time I see him. Let him be safe. Let him be safe. 🐘

[@jopos5082]

Awesome video thank you so much looking good getting big love 💕 from Canada