Injured elephant bull Fishan joins the Jabulani herd out in the wild.

Yesterday was an excellent day for us at Jabulani.
Elephant bull Fishan, finally joined the rest of the herd to forage out in the reserve for the first time since he fractured his leg in September 2018.
The carers ensured they did not walk too great of a distance, keeping the total length walked to 5Kms.
Over the past four months of treatment and rehabilitation, Fishan has not been able to move far from the elephant stables, due to his severe injury, so the herd would head out for the day and return to his side at dusk.
He has become a lot more comfortable with walking on the leg recently, and yesterday Fishan decided he wanted to join the herd.
In the video, you will see the care and concern shown by some of the elephants as they approach the waterhole.
Tokwe, the matriarch (with the very slim yet lengthy tusks) as well as Limpopo, seem to ensure the path is clear for him to approach the water. An act of pure respect, care, and love.
Today we allowed him to rest again at the stables, as we do not want him to overexert himself too quickly.
We are beyond thrilled to see his incredible progress in a relatively short space of time, considering his size.
Thank you for everyone's amazing love and support for Fishan's recovery thus far.
We will share a further video soon, of his day out in the bush yesterday

[@aimeefriedman822]

BEYOND INCREDIBLE,BEYOND FASCINATING...To watch how they protected Fishan and worried for his safety.

[@celindacochran6977]

Aww! Fishan you are mighty! I like to revisit this video to see how far you have come. Thank you to all the carers who took such good care of you ❤️ ❤️

[@micowe8089]

Even little Khanysa turned back to check out if Fishan is ok. They are certainly loved and taught to be loved. And care for each other. Better that human kind. So much to learn.

[@animalsareloveandhappiness4505]

OMG beautiful

[@BBAngel7kids]

Awe did you see how the whole herd turned around to make sure Fishan was ok and keeping up with them. That is so beautiful and heartwarming how much they care for each other..it's absolutely beautiful! 🚶🏿‍♂️🐘❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🚶🏿‍♂️

[@mani7263]

God bless HERD!

[@karalguidubaldi1517]

He seems so happy to be out with the whole Herd! 🐘❤️🐘🐘💦

[@brendabrass2715]

I feel such compassion for Fish. He is truly a trooper and a fighter. I'm glad to know that he does get medication for pain, and to see how much his gait has improved in two years. What a magnificent elder statesman ❤❤

[@Jabulani]

He is just so so special! 💚💚

[@earthmama5659]

He’s so much better now, thanks to the medical team at HERD♥️

[@micowe8089]

It looked like Khanysa but I guess it was Timisa or one of the youngsters. Still can't distinguish most of them. Only Lundi for the marks on her right ear.

[@paulalim1476]

My husband just remarked that they have more common sense than many humans.....😊

[@Jabulani]

Never a truer word said! Wise husband you have there!

[@paulalim1476]

@@Jabulani IQ of 180...so yeah. Smart, yes. Commonsense, I'll take the elephants on that one!

[@sirenity8839]

unfortuanetly true

[@DianaBamaRN]

What a wonderful friend Tokwe is. As well as matriarch! She was walking at his speed right next to him constantly checking on him!

[@CC-xn5xi]

Fishan is huge! And determined.

[@AlisonsArt]

Tokwe is like Queen Elizabeth II: "I will walk no faster than my slowest subjects."

[@harbingerjitkaur923]

Thank god for sending such humans on earth true angel

[@rachaellongobardi4630]

Wow they are so aware of him, all constantly checking that fish is ok

[@jaycuzman625]

This is the first time I have seen this. I wonder why I miss so many vids sometimes, unless this has just been put on the channel. It looks like Tokwe is being very protective and guarding my Fishan. He is so strong and courageous to venture out on a broken leg. It appears still broken in the his vid. I love Fishan.

[@AstroLeau]

Thank God that he had such a strong connection to his herd and the dedication of the Herd founder and employees, to help him past his injury.

[@bea-ftloa1142]

Just seeing this video. I am so happy for Fishan’s recovery!! He’s a very gentle boy who sure likes the water. Such a handsome warrior, loved to see him this past week in the dam, playing with a log for the longest time. So thankful to HERD and its amazing team! ♥️🐘

[@masalachic2461]

Fishan recovery is remarkable! 🤩 The elephants are so caring and concerned, he (as is each and every one of them) is a valued member of the Herd. 🤗🤗🤗 Much respect goes out to the HERD Team for their wavering faith and dedicaton to Fishan's recovery.👏👌 Tokwe is just amazing in her leadership and in this video I see Limpopo being such a wonderful reflection of her Mother. 👑💞💖 Limpopo has graceful tusks just like her Mums. 💕

[@AmandaLarsson100]

Glorious sight! I love the way the two younger bulls stay by Fishan until he reaches the water 🐘❤ His lower leg still seems painful but the company of the herd seems to keep him strong ❤

[@Jabulani]

It is a glorious sight! We are over the moon. He is still in some pain, which is to be expected. Hopefully, with moving more, it will become easier over time. But no doubt he will always have that limp

[@cccc8643]

@@Jabulani is there a way to give him more mobility in the lower left joint. can he have surgery to make it move more naturally????????

[@dj3mq]

😇🐘❤

[@teresaa96289]

This is so beautiful. Their love and concern for Fishan!

[@martitoofy2025]

So good to see he’s ok again, thanks to all this wonderful people..

[@Jabulani]

Yes, thank you

[@1madDogz]

Poor guy it looks like it still hurts him a lot. I hope it mends better for him.

[@dadaimiza]

😍🙏

[@lyndathomson2557]

Bless him! So glad he’s getting better and surrounded by the love of the herd and the wonderful keepers 😍

[@gigi4713]

Came here from HESC. Great work being done! My best for Fishan’s comfort, full recovery and happiness in the herd!

[@Jabulani]

Thank you very much. It has been a long and hard few months, and our carers have been nothing short of phenomenal in their patience and their love for Fishan.

[@gigi4713]

Camp Jabulani Wonderful and so inspirational! Look forward to updates.

[@markwaleedTV]

i didn't skip ads for you wonderful fishan😍😘

[@Jabulani]

Thank you so much 😀

[@cheryldodd-marko9787]

🕊🇺🇲💕