Brave Little Swimmer Elephant, Phabeni Gets Submerged in the Dam!

[@mickeyTX.]

The attention, protection, and love they’ve given Phabeni is beautiful.. I love the swimming hole.. 💙💚🐘

[@saidahamelin3118]

This is 1 of my most favourite videos, no talking, no people, no motorbikes or cars, just the Ellies. Thank you so much for this, the work you do is astounding! Well done to all your team and of course the Ellies. ❤

[@franceswatts4001]

Thank you Owen for some superb videography.

[@brendamcmanus9438]

I do agree Watching the flow of decisions made by our Jabulani family members 🐘🐘🐘, is so amazing. Especially Somapane on point…the ladies approach with Phabeni & then wow❣️ The Sebakwe & Jabulani pinch 🥳 Bye bye 🦏 Thank you Carer Owen 👏👏👏

[@MMM-no5qb]

Beautifully said. I agree completely. Thank you, Owen for capturing this wonderful scene. I loved listening to the splashing and birds. ❤

[@RajPatel-ch9cc]

Dada

[@Go-tee71]

What a gorgeous sounding bird in the background!

[@Renee29forever]

Owen has a real gift for filming.... Many thanks to him! I see so much trust from Phabeni...he seems right at ease wherever he may be...knowing he is protected and loved. Beautiful Kumbura so steadfast and caring..always putting the babies first..and Setombe and Klasserie's strength and leadership to gently guide him. Somopane plays his role well regardless of the heirachy with his gentle intimidation! What a magical sight this was for us! Thank you for the privledge of joining this journey to new beginnings for this precious baby bull! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@debdew7125]

@Renee29forever Beautifully said! Phabeni 🐘 is so precious! Hope you are well. Just popped in to say Hi. Take care🐘💜

[@Renee29forever]

@@debdew7125 debi!! Hi there! Not seen you in a while....you put my mind at ease! Bless your heart for popping in!! We get so busy in our lives...and time differences we are lucky to cross paths! I agree Phabeni is a fiesty little bull and I just couldnt love him more! You be safe and stay sweet my friend!!! Until next time....abundant Blessings! ❤❤❤

[@debdew7125]

@@Renee29forever Thank you. Be well and well blessed. 💜🫂💙🙏

[@Laura-ti8ev]

How lovely is to see Phabeni fully integrated in the herd.😊❤

[@KimberlyRyan-oh2sx]

Watched this several times to make sure I could watch each elephant 🐘. This brought me so much joy. Thank you Owen for filming and Herd for sharing it with us🎉

[@francescaa8331]

They take such good care of baby.

[@AlwaysASolution-qj9be]

A unified front of ellies!❤❤Phabeni already loves and feels safe among the HERD thanks to the amazing work of all the carers. 🐘 🐘

[@lauranebro1111]

Humans have nothing on these great magnificent creatures. They are the best

[@annedwyer797]

Really fun to see the herd enjoying themselves so much! They're so fortunate to have abundant water available every day, and to have the human crew making sure they're safe.

[@tenzinyangdroen1618]

So nice to see this grey miniature elephant amidst his protective patchwork family, walking and swimming with them in harmony and peace (the rhinos wouldn't agree to that), learning something new every day and getting better at things learned already. Phabeni seems so happy, he feels: i am where i belong. Thank you HERD!

[@natasjadirken5633]

Thank you so much HERD for my little every day moment of happiness!This gives me the strength to face another day😘

[@hjmack7388]

Incredible moments - skillfully captured by Owen!

[@carrie51166]

I knew elephants were maternal , l just didnt realise HOW maternal. Just amazing to watch these MAGNIFICENT animals in action. Enjoy your day everyone and thankyou for video 😊

[@sharonott7513]

He's so tiny. Just a few years ago, Khanysia was that little. Love watching the family in swimming. ❤

[@JD-nd1oz]

Thank you Owen for capturing a wonderful day in the life of the Herd. Seeing little Phabeni come into his own oozing confidence is very heart warming. ❤🐘♥️

[@NiceLoki]

Bath day at the herd. That was fun watching them all enjoying a splash around.

[@AgnesKortvelyesi]

"And I think to myself what a wonderful world." And they deserve it, all of them! Phabeni feels safe and has a happy childhood.❤🤩👶

[@ravensdotter6843]

I love watching the unbridled, unhurried joy of the ellies when they swim! A lesson for us all to take time for joy.😊

[@ronstihlman825]

It's awesome to see a group of unrelated elephants take personal responsibility for a little orphan. Your team has done excellently with that assimilation.

[@aimeefriedman822]

But my question is...The ORIGINAL HERD that was transported here, HAS TO BE related in some way. They weren't just ALL stray elephants in danger and picked up to unite. I've asked this on a number of occasions and can't wait for a video response.

[@ronstihlman825]

I think you are right about that. But none of them are related to Phabeni. So it is a great thing to see.@@aimeefriedman822

[@ashton1952]

​@@aimeefriedman822a good question, they all seem very tame and know these humans well though. Seems they were all rescued as babies

[@aimeefriedman822]

@@ashton1952 Id say teens and capable of procreating already.

[@Karools_Scribs]

@@aimeefriedman822the older members (older than teens) most likely originate from other rescue centres or other operations like zoos or animal education programs. It’s not uncommon here in SA.

[@Suz9006]

Having a little one in the herd seems to enrich all their lives.

[@bokwood]

I completely agree. It's wonderful to see their joy!!!

[@patdrake8859]

It is so sweet how the herd takes care of Phaben. they are so big, yet they can be so tender with the baby.

[@AnitaHowell-i9m]

Beautiful caring herd

[@juditate111]

For a minute there I thought that Rhino had a death wish, very smart to back off and run for it. I do believe the whole herd would give up their lives to protect Phabeni. A wonderful video showing the love and commitment to Phabeni. I love these elephants.

[@susanhelms9260]

What a wonderful day for the herd, enjoying a luxurious pool party! ❤

[@Jess60927]

What a glorious start to the day to watch all the elephants together with Phabeni in his element playing in the water. It’s amazing to think what might have happened in his life were it not for you rescuing him,and giving him such a good new start in life. Thank you to you all at HERD.🐘🐘🐘🐘💕

[@mariafont8826]

I see them so happy in the water, enjoying and taking care of themselves, that they make me feel so happy too.

[@userRobn.1962]

Amazing to watch so protective of Phabeni and loving the water, be nice to the Rhinos and Buffalo

[@janadogan-qy7ci]

Phabeni loves the water. Because of this channel (which I will never stop watching) I now know the love, loyalty and intelligence of the elephant herd. It amazes me that the elephant mothers surround Phabeni in the water until the threat passes. Phabeni is so blessed to have such a loving family. Thank you for caring so much about the herd.

[@vblackwell3347]

They're all blessed for having each other & their secure lives.❤

[@dannesys]

That rhino held out much longer than I would have done! Scary to have that number of huge ellies threatening him en masse😮

[@lLynne.Garner]

Agree

[@manjum1769]

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[@debrahouston2884]

Nothing better than a POOL PARTY! with Phabeni + fam!! 😍 💞 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 🐘 💞

[@baccibee1]

Wonderful birdsong to accompany this stunning video . Thank you so much 🐘🐘🐘🐘❤️

[@OublietteTight]

Well said 😊

[@meraaicat]

Yes who are these lively little songbirds? ❤

[@berklia]

@@meraaicatI tried to research the bird call with my Merlin bird app but no luck so far.

[@aishwaryavishwanathan2453]

Yes, beautiful bird chirping. 😘😘😘, The herd are so disciplined & take good care of their little one's. Amazing... God's creation... & thanks for publishing such beautiful video 👍👍👍

[@CristinaF210]

its paradise a beautiful dream🥰

[@KellyCarver-dr1mr]

So satisfying watching these beautiful gentle souls enjoying themselves. I love all these special moments. 🙋🏼‍♀️❤️🐘👏

[@robbiwouters]

Owen has filmed this precious moment with great skill ❤

[@brendamcmanus9438]

Thank you Carer Owen 👏👏👏

[@GuantanamoBayBarbie3]

And thank you to all who donated old cell phones for their cameras! ❤

[@ls-l1518]

​@@GuantanamoBayBarbie3 Do they lack cell phones?

[@franceswatts4001]

@@GuantanamoBayBarbie3 I have old cell phones - do they still need them?

[@BEVERLY-e4s]

Wonderful, thank you Owen!!

[@kristenkylemack9477]

What a relaxing day at the water ❤ hole!

[@sainjawoof3506]

I cannot thank you enough for sharing these amazing lives with us daily. What you do is all I have ever dreamed of doing, since I could understand the concept. I am living my dream through you guys.

[@crystalheart9]

The elephants are amazing taking care of little Phabeni and watching over him. He is so tiny I'm always thinking they won't see him and step on his foot yet they always know right where he is. Thank you for the beautiful video of this elephant family. Elephants forever!🐘🐘🐘🥰

[@wellingtonsboots4074]

Love the protective instinct shown towards little Phabeni

[@marionfriedenthal7352]

The elephants playing submarine/snorkeling looks like such fun. Swimming underwater without having to hold your breath. They must get so hot under our scorching sun even with their thick hides. ❤❤❤ Them.

[@DianeLee-je7jm]

So very lovely to watch everyone relaxing, swimming, playing. At their size it must feel wonderful to be somewhat buoyant in that water. Many thanks to all of you carers ☺

[@marjoriehopkins1630]

It just makes me smile and warms my heart to watch that little guy with all those adoring big ellies! What a wonderful HERD you have!

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

Birds chirping in the background 🎶🎶🦜🦜. Allomothers do amazing job, keeping little Phabeni safe. And of course lovely carers. Very brave little Phabeni . Very relaxing video🥰. Thank you, Cam for the good video. I send love and Blessing 🤗❤🙏🕊.

[@HettiedeKorteDiplomaat]

Amazing. He feels so at ease with the other elephants. Lovely to watch. He's home.

[@JulieRushworth]

Absolutely incredible in such a small time frame

[@BEVERLY-e4s]

www.youtube.com/@HettiedeKorteDiplomaat Your comment, "He's home" really touched me and I have tears in my eyes.

[@catherinepeloton4446]

As usual ,majestic elephants.

[@lisalarosa4546]

I could watch this all day! It's overwhelming to see the family unit between these wonderful elephants! When you go days without filming, I always wonder and think what they're up to!! If I didn't live on another continent I would love to come see them everyday! The majesty of what your whole team is doing is phenomenal!

[@cynthiamoore3250]

Me too ❤😊

[@CANM-hv4ki]

The only reason I don't like weekends is because it seems they only post videos mostly during weekdays.😂

[@WindTurbineSyndrome]

We really are getting first class elephant behavior lessons with baby Phabeni. In the 70s Wild Kingdom tv show showed Americans African wildlife in the savannah weekly. Thank you HERD. Phabeni is doing great.

[@katieciccoianni4415]

The whole herd was having a great time at the pool party!!! They looked so happy and content. It was a joy watching them. Smiled the whole time! I'm so glad the allomothers were keeping such a sharp eye on Phabeni. The water was pretty deep for that little guy!

[@dalehoward5416]

I also loved watching the rhino just minding his own business lying in the mud.

[@liaspitters9104]

4:27 😅😅❤😅

[@biplabsarkar6660]

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[@biplabsarkar6660]

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[@hazelmaciver4076]

That was one brave rhino, he was determined to stand his ground until the very end , The sight of big bull Jabulani coming towards him made him realise he lost this one ! I just love watching the ellies all swimming in the dam together where they can all keep an eye on the younger ones, thats what families are there for.

[@meraaicat]

That rhino was hilarious, especially when he decided to try passive resistance lying down, but then had to re-think quite soon! 😂

[@lkrzzie]

These Herd Ellies use that slow, surrounding technique often. Wonder if all Elie herds do that?

[@lynnej7219]

He is such a resilient little boy ❤

[@lauranebro1111]

Cheeky as,lol

[@gabriellew6467]

Tranquil outing with the herd, with a frisson of excitement added by buffalo and rhino. ❤

[@poorthing]

Ha ha - my frisson of excitement was more like a seismic (richter scale 10) quake of anxiety, whew!

[@renee1503]

Aren’t they just so wonderful !!!!! Thank you for sharing. ❤❤❤

[@XNTN808]

It was so smart to let Phabeni into the herd so soon after he was brought to the orphanage. It seemed like he was very unhappy and not strong. He has improved so much and he is clearly a happy guy now.

[@teresaa96289]

Meeting Jabu really turned him around. There was a noticeable change in his demeanor with that first introduction.

[@XNTN808]

@@teresaa96289 You are right!

[@maryt2887]

Phabeni is experiencing the joy of being an elephant and the safety and comfort of having a herd. Such a heartwarming video!

[@waitwhat564]

Amazing video. Thankyou. So beautiful to see the family together happy splashing and phabeni loving the water with her loving herd ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@lynettepieters2890]

They are awesome Ellies, people dont get close to this loving family of ellies. ❤

[@Beth-zg6gb]

It always amazes me how those huge majestic creatures seem to know exactly where little Phabeni is underneath them and avoid stepping on him! He really is deservedly the darling of the herd, the little squirt! What’s not to adore?! 💕

[@Go-tee71]

Unreal how well Phabeni has seamlessly integrated with the herd & has been so well accepted by them in such a short space of time! The females are babysitting him without any hesitation, while Mum Setombe has a well deserved break. 🥰🙏❤️🐘

[@bettyfeliciano7322]

Oh such good caretakers of the precious little baby! I’m a bit jealous watching them all swimming and enjoying themselves! Lol. Here in the USA in Missouri it was 26 degrees here this morning! I’m ready for spring! Blessings always to the HERD family! ❤️😊✝️

[@evameier5387]

I can not stop watching. Its wonderfull! Thank you!!!!

[@jamielandis4606]

They are not just a “herd,” they are a family!

[@survivor2117]

I love going back and watching all the young ones journey’s☺️ interesting now you’ve got Lundi, Mambo and Khanisia also Tokwe Limpopo and Timisa now Setombe Klaserie and Phabeni!

[@shawnakenton9682]

I am soo thrilled with how quickly Phabeni has joined the herd! I'm also so thankful he was saved before he could be severely wounded like other unfortunate ellies like Khanyisa was! I think it's miraculous how quickly he's become part of the herd! God bless everyone involved with helping these wonderful beings! God bless all these ellies as well!

[@cemarie5471]

A beautiful day for the family of ellies to have a swimmy festival This video has made my day! I am blown away how they all surround Phabeni and Kanyshia has grown so much

[@laurensmidansky7619]

These elephants are so serious about their duties as protectors of this little guy!! Lucky he is with so many friends!! One big HAPPY FAMILY!!!

[@SarahICannon]

Wow such a great Family Herd Phabeni has been accepted into. We can see their love and protection.

[@mensahbernadette256]

Baby Phabeni learning how to be brave and face danger head on from the masters ❤❤❤

[@Narrowway7]

I am so happy for phabeni. I was really concerned he wasn’t going to make it in the beginning when you first found him. Now he’s just as happy as can be and so blessed to be a part of the Herd 😭🙌🏻

[@xxmissyxx6604]

It is so beautiful to watch tiny little Phabeni being accepted by the herd so quickly. The little birds singing & flying around in the background was great. Thanks for the video Owen ❤🐘💙🐘

[@GuantanamoBayBarbie3]

It's just crazy that an elephant can make something as big as a rhino look tiny in comparison! I'm always amazed by these magnificent creatures. ❤🐘❤

[@misskiraly69]

I love the herd followers on this channel. We all keep watching it all and always such positivity. And all the same small details we notice. Its great ❤

[@mensahbernadette256]

I love how Setombe takes time with Klaserie giving chance to the allmothers to watch over Phabeni. These animals are more clever than humans. Knowing when to play, guard, intervene and interact with each others. Thanks for a great video. Have a great day.❤❤❤

[@jamielandis4606]

Phabeni is so small and cute! It’s hard to believe he will become a huge massive bull elephant!

[@janparish7895]

This reminds me of Khanyisa's first swims. The same loving care and protection. Wonderful video - Thank You! Well done Phabeni! 💙🐘💙🙏

[@debdew7125]

@janparish7895 Phabeni 🐘 is so cute splashing around surrounded by his protective forever family! Hope you are well. Take care my Elephriend 💙🐘💜

[@janparish7895]

@debidew7125 Unbelievably Cute! I'm good thanks my ElePhriend. Hope you are too! 🤗 Take care 💙🐘💙👍🙏

[@DiFinni]

It's great seeing the little guy being happy and the other elephants accepting him. They truly care for him and show their love. Awesome!

[@juliemorrison3746]

My heart is full ❤️watching Phabeni finally submerged fully in the water. 💦 He was a bit hesitant with water unlike most baby elephants who are so funny playing in water. He’s a feisty little one who is finding new found confidence every day with his herd. It’s lovely to watch and Khanyisa is taking it all so well. I thought she might be very jealous but she’s showing she’d be a good mother one day.

[@bridgetsclama]

I just love how Jabulani is always nearby to Phabeni!! He's a great watcher over his herd!!

[@juliesong4123]

Watching them makes me want to take a swim too! Phabeni living his best life! ❤🐘

[@mensahbernadette256]

This is so exciting, they are living dangerously with a baby amongst them. Suppose they know who they are❤❤❤ Thanks for sharing and good morning to all ❤❤❤❤

[@cathielamson4616]

When you are the largest animals around, you have to careful where you step, but they always know.

[@Kim-lc3fv]

Such a cohesive herd. They communicate and coordinate so well without words. ❤

[@cathycarsilli3999]

So good to see them all living such a beautiful life

[@melmel007]

Phabeni runs that place now 😂 amazing that such a lil thing can have such power over these giants! ❤

[@SKaufman75]

I could watch them swim ALL DAY❤❤❤ Beautiful pieces of Gods gift 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@lillyparis289]

Phabeni is discovering that he is living in paradise with his new found HERD. He also have so many aunties and cousins including momma Setombe watching over him, that his second chance at life will be amazing. This includes his espectacular human family that is over the top in love, care and compassion. Phabeni won the lottery when he sadly lost his family.🥰🐘♥️🍀🌟🍼

[@dlewis895]

THEY OPENED THEIR EARS TO LOOK LARGER TO INTIMIDATE AND WARN THE RHINO AS THEY APPROACHED AND IT WORKED

[@Tora_74]

This is soooo adorable, so humanbaby like. All the adoults are concerned drinking, little one just splashing around! :D Such a sweet one.

[@caroldennis607]

It's amazing to watch how the whole herd of elephants has taken to raise and protect the little elephant. Elephants are such a loyal family. ❤❤❤❤❤🐘🐘🐘🐘😊😊😊😊😊

[@vivnoname]

It’s like watching a whole lot of kids in the dam. So good to see them enjoying the water. Little Phabeni is fearless how he throws himself in on his side…lol. Lucky the others are there to guide him. So much love and consideration shown among this herd, wish us humans were like that.

[@missclaire4820]

Kumbura always took such good care of Khanyisa , especially in the water watching her closely her trunk constantly touching. She is such a wonderful caring elephant 🐘💕

[@AgnesKortvelyesi]

She is a real guardian angel!😍

[@steventrompeter9883]

You want to know where the little one is,just look for Kumbura. Hope someday she can have her own. 🐘

[@fabienneroure9995]

It's very heartwarming. ❤ She kept a good eye on Khanyisa especially when Khanyisa was sideways in the water. I'm so happy to see Phabeni enjoying being with the herd.❤

[@paddlefoot5692]

She sure is! I just adore Kumbura.

[@mdkawsar4318]

Kjl😅iioo

[@DarwinsWaitingRoomIsFull]

I just adore watching the Ellies swim.🐘😍

[@JulieRushworth]

The best family ive ever seen, i love you all, extra love for Fish and Phabeni x

[@cattailer1077]

Seeing Baby beni splashing contentedly around with his Herd is so heart warming. My 💗can't take it sometimes🥰. I just love these Ellies so much💖

[@susancoddington6393]

I absolutley love watching Phabini happily splashing his little trunk in the water it's so joyful to watch 🐘❣

[@marggiemay59]

Amazing humility and empathy from majestic animals who are all orphans themselves and are learning to be a head. Beautiful to watch ❤

[@herdelephantorphanage]

Thank you so much for your support ❣️🐘

[@barbarajustice9499]

The more that I watch them the more I love them I have learned so much about them I have watched you for at least 4 years thank you for sharing

[@teuilagracetualaulelei1609]

I love the irony of the (huge) protective elephants hovering SO close to Phabeni, alert to his safety, yet, it's the HUGE elephants that pose the most risk tho' they probably don't view it that way. Unbelievable, how sensitive these gentle giants are.

[@catsara9114]

What a joy to watch! The closely knit elephant family and how they have fully accepted their youngest member. Phabeni seems so content and happy.

[@lb1460]

My heart is so touched watching how beautifully these ellies care for baby Phabeni.❤🐘

[@lynnell5993]

Happy hearts all around. Thank you Owen for filming this.

[@mopsolina]

They are the most beautiful submarines.

[@michaelhalahan]

Young El. Phabeni has had a remarkable effect on the herd, pulling it together for security of it's smallest member. Also glad he is not Wrecked up like Khanyisa was and recovering from the steel snag trap now a few yrs ago. He is free to move around as he likes with the herd. Happy Scene, Happy Video.

[@laurenwood9084]

Phabeni sure enjoyed his swim. I love seeing Khanyisa's pink skin coming up out of the water. Sweet stuff. Thank you for all that you do. Love from Maryland USA.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@francesomeara6602]

What a doll he is! Karissa was a doll, but has a much different personality. He is a great addition to the herd.

[@505criehaven]

Thank you. These beautiful elephants and your dedication and heart touches my soul.