Some of Khanyisa’s Last Few Orphanage Moments - Before She Joins Her Elephant Herd at Night 🌙🐘

Sometime soon… Khanyisa will be moving over to the homestead full time. She will leave the orphanage that has helped her heal over all these months since January 2020. It’s bittersweet, to watch her moving on, but we know it’s the very best thing for her development. With the weather warming up, we will be plotting the next steps and will keep you updated. For now, enjoy the last few moments of Khanyisa in her nursery and private garden! She’s going to have to share her space with a lot more family members any day now! But she’s spending all the time she has close to Lammie and Nungu for now, and gulping down those milk bottles in record time!

[@Janeintheok]

She wouldn't have made it this far without HERD. God bless you all

[@sarahmott8876]

You have all done such a wonderful job raising this little darling. Thank you 🐘😊🇦🇺

[@Yves.saintyvette]

Baby is healthy, strong and intelligent 🎉❤ Great work Khanyisa! Lammie the legend forever ❤

[@paxtoninthehouse]

Awww, Nungu and Lammie will miss Khanyisa sleeping with them in the nursery. 🐘🐑

[@loisblais3431]

Well I just didn’t know how to feel. Learning that Khanyisa was having her last day in the orphanage gave me feelings of sadness. She has grown up so fast right in front of us and like a child we’ve watched, worried, laughed and celebrated her life video by video. Then, I am excited for her new grown up experience of being fully integrated into the herd. She’s certainly earned this rite of passage. She’s such a clever girl isn’t she. I am so grateful to Adine and all the dedicated carers that made her whole life healthy happy and strong. What’s going to be new in her future? Let’s just keep watching and enjoying the life of our little sunshine girl.

[@bettyderoo5984]

So well said i feel the same.

[@michelleforrester7476]

Feeling the same way , Khanyisa’s next chapter in her life .. proud Auntie in the Human Herd ❤

[@hippijade]

My heart skipped a beat when I saw the title of this video. I knew it was coming, but just wasn't prepared, I guess. Will we still be getting to see her in the homestead and out in the bush with her family?

[@dorothyrobdau7365]

Adine don't be sad you have done a wonderful job with little Miss Sunshine. And it is time for her to start her next journey, all made possible because of the loving carers there and yourself. I feel proud for you all!

[@marinemom351]

Ahhhh, this makes me sad. To me she’s still that little baby that needs to snuggle with Lammie and Ngu. Then I see her next to Herman and I see she really is growing up. I always tell my grandkids “stop growing so fast.” I would say the same to our sweet baby girl. Just stay a baby a little bit longer 😉🐘

[@imadrifter]

Awww beautiful young Albino Elle! Khanyisa is so brave! Huge thanks to all the 'human herd' that work/volunteer @ HERD w/ all the animals at the orphanage 😊 We love you all ❤👍🏻

[@GuantanamoBayBarbie2]

If she got much bigger she wouldn't fit through that door! How much she's grown. ❤🐘❤

[@Go-tee71]

😊😭 Happy, sad! Baby is flying the nest. It's quite emotional but a beautiful thing at the same time. Having overcome a traumatic start in life, this is the start of a new & exciting chapter two for Khanyisa! You can all feel proud for saving this little girl's life & enriching it in ways that will help her be triumphant for years to come. I hope she gets to see Lammie & Nungu from time to time🙏❤️🐘🐑

[@alison__16]

They'll be just the other side of the fence, I'll bet she comes over to say hello often

[@JamieM470]

I'm happy that Lammie has Nungu now, so she won't be alone.

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

Same, like an empty ness.

[@sarahstrong7174]

Do not worry Khanyisa's only going next door & will be seeing all her usual friends, including Lammie & Adine.

[@sarahstrong7174]

But with time another little elephant will come needing the nursery space.

[@lupitamihita1261]

I don’t know if I should feel happy or sad by this big change. They grow up so fast.

[@femvetusa5263]

I know it’s a beautiful thing that she is joining the herd for good, but I will miss these special mornings.

[@SkeensSeattleUSA]

Look at our little ballerina posing on the wooden stump. Khanyisa came into my life in 2020 upon her rescue. Then the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic locked me down. Every video Adine made of baby Khanyisa filled my day. Khanyisa’s survival videos helped give me something to focus on. Khanyisa’s extreme injuries and treatments were difficult to watch. Knowing the pandemic made resources hard for HERD - lit a match beneath me. I began to spread the word and raise awareness, and money. Thank you Adine, Carers and HERD staff. I’m excited to Watch Khanyisa move to the barn with her elli family.

[@herdelephantorphanage]

Thank you so much! You are a light in this world and we appreciate your generosity 🌟💖

[@alison__16]

Oh baby girl, I'm so proud of you. I know you're only moving nextdoor to the 'big house' but it's a huge step in the life of such a brave little elephant 🐘. Enjoy your last sleeps in the nursery. And enjoy your last few nights of peace Jabulani Herd, Khanyisa is coming!!! 😁🐘

[@michelleforrester7476]

I’ve watched Khanyisa’s journey right from the start Adine and the carers , vets all involved what an amazing journey it’s been with Little Miss Braveheart , look forward to her next step with her forever family,the Herd 🎉

[@patricialease3654]

Can't help but feel sad even knowing it's the best for her. She'll always be sweet baby Khanysa in my mind. Love that big little girl!

[@thebusybee7080]

Thank you all for the wonderful journey you included us on by filming all the videos. You have done an amazing job raising this poor baby. Looking forward to the next chapter in your lives.

[@victorhayes9975]

YES!

[@MsLilac88]

I still want to see little Khanyisa, she means a lot to me. 💜

[@candidaprout560]

Thanks for your help and support for all these precious lives. Hi khanisa ❤️ hi lammie ❤️ hi numgu ❤️ hi all of you 🍀. I understand why she changes residence but I am not sure that she will be happy with the changes. I hope that lammie and numgu Go on sleeping confortable. I love you all ❤️

[@ladolcevita9082]

Happy and sad for Khanyisa sweet girl. I am sure she is going to be protected and will be first for her milk bottle tomorrow morning ❤🐘

[@patio.6763]

I cry like a mother who sees her little girl go from kindergarten to school. It was cared for as the greatest treasure of humanity. Thanks forever to Stabros, Herman, and the wonderful woman Adine. All my love forever. From Chile my admiration and affection to HERD

[@helenabiesma5560]

how beautiful grown she is - love her

[@lisamartin3734]

She has got so big and strong. Love Khanyisa and HERD . All of you are awesome !!!

[@pattimiller9157]

Precious girl 💗🙏 ...tears of joy and sadness ...and she's only going to be 100 feet away ..I'm silly 😭💗💗💗🙏🤗

[@lynnclark4208]

I get so tickled watching Khanyisa pick up her bottle and drink it down. I believe it's called delight.

[@carolinamoreno7372]

As I read this tears were flooding my eyes, tears of sadness and also of gladness. She's grown up so fast before our eyes as we followed every step of her journey. Her nursery was her castle. Nungu and Lammie faithfully by her side. And you, Adine and Carers have given her the best 3 years as a baby. Surely the HERD will be overjoyed to have Meisiekind with them and sleeping with them at night. I hope that Lundi, Tokwe Timisa Kumbura and Bubi will be close by. And as you said, you will be with her during this transition. Our sweet little baby Khanyisa, our adorable Meisiekind is going to now be with her family. God watch over her, the HERD, Adine and Carers. We will be watching every moment of this move to the homestead and for her future development!

[@pattimiller9157]

Wish Fenya could be there too 🙏💗 ...but she's running and playing in heaven 🙏💗

[@catherine59226]

I’m sad for us; but very happy for our beautiful girl! She’s happy and healthy thanks to her loving carers.

[@brendabrass2715]

Dear Khanyisa I hope your transition to the stables will be smooth. For you and the Carers ❤️🐘

[@bea-ftloa1142]

Bittersweet indeed. We are so used to see this sweetheart coming out of her ‘home’ with Lammie & Nungu, devouring her milk bottles & enjoying her garden before joining her herd. Seeing her growing up, despite her sad beginnings, and becoming the sweet, independent & sassy girl has been an unforgettable experience. She made it thanks to you, her human herd: Adine & every carer, always loving her & always by her side and the comforting company of Lammie, the Legend & later, Nungu as well. The baby has grown & she needs to be with her herd to fully grow, in every sense of the word. Thank you, Adine & carers! 💖🌸 🐘

[@pfamhopstaken]

I am so happy for our sunshine❣ Not longer "special" but healed " normal" as her herd family. We can send her the extra trust..she gaves us so much! 🌞💝

[@vickibowen5617]

My Heart is hurting, to see these last moments at her nursery, with Lammie and Nungu, and her Carers, and with Adine. I remember those early days, the incredible struggle Khanyisa endured with the help of this amazing Team. Bless all of you. Love you, little Meisiekind.

[@melodiefrances3898]

Oh wow! I didn't realize that time had arrived. It's like a big graduation. I'm very happy for what it means, but I also feel some sadness. Will Lammie get to visit with her? And will we still get to see her morning antics? What a milestone. From a fragile injured baby to a big girl ❤️❤️❤️

[@herdelephantorphanage]

Lammie and Nungu will be able to see her over the fence of the orphanage at the diving barrier, but we worry that as Khanyisa gets very very large, she could accidentally hurt the sheep. We will see how it goes. We will definitely always film her morning routine as much as possible, but it will likely look very different 😄😄

[@mary-anneswanson8445]

@@herdelephantorphanage Will you continue to go out with the herd ?

[@herdelephantorphanage]

@@mary-anneswanson8445 Yes we will 👍

[@carolynminter7839]

@@herdelephantorphanage I think Im more concerned about will her mama let her sleep because I know they don't let her lay down for long because they will think something is wrong. I feel like a worried mother on her child's first day of school. ❤️ 😂

[@rancidcrawfish]

@@carolynminter7839 I'm sure they'll let her sleep because the adults know that's their safe place, where they sleep themselves

[@Beruthiel45]

Oh my! I'm a little shocked, I didn't realise it was happening so soon. But it's also a huge step forward in her progress due to the immaculate care and love she has been showered with by her carers and all at Herd, her human and Ellie families. And of course Adine. Seeing her by the door I realise how she's grown and flourished, it's just wonderful to see. I'm longing to see how her mothers and sisters react to her presence at night, I imagine some excitement will be in the air at the homestead. Big girls don't cry, I tell myself, but oh, we do. Xxx 💖🐘💖

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

Don´t worry. We cry ❤.

[@melissaf.5898]

So special to see her grow 💜💜

[@earthmama5659]

Khanyisa has a Great Joy for Life.♥️

[@TheRisa82931]

Wow it's bitter sweet

[@ЛюдмилаКоваль-е8с]

It is a little sad that childhood is leaving... But the main thing is that the pink sun Khanyisa is healthy and in harmony with the world around her. Thanks Adine and the whole team for an incredible job.💖🐘🌷

[@jeannejones5238]

OMG Adine!! Thank You so so very much for the lettering at the bottom of the video! I am now able to see your words! You just don't know how much this means to me! I am in tears right now. Adine you are such a special person along with all of the carers and all your supporters. If not for all of you where would these beautiful elephants be. And Sunshine has grown up with the herd that love her unconditionally. Again Adine thank you so very much for the changing of the words at the bottom of the video! Luvs and Hugs from Raeford, North Carolina in the USA.

[@ghoo283]

A heartfelt thank you for the team that nurtured Khanyisa to the beautiful and happy elephant she is now. Our baby is growing so fast.

[@rosehassell5980]

She's a big girl now picking up her own bottles ❤️❤️🐘

[@IlGattonero13]

Thanks for sharing these moments with us. How poignant that she keeps checking out the little garden where she recovered from her wounds. Will she also be weaned as she moves into new territory with her herd? Children are at the mercy of their elders - in this case her human as well as elephant guardians - who must make hard decisions for their benefit. It may be a confusing time for her, as she continues to seek the comforts of her infancy. All my best wishes to all of you at HERD and to Khanyisa as she navigates this next chapter in her life. She has overcome her early hardships with courage, grace, and joy, and these attributes will serve her well from now on.

[@ElephantSoul]

The time has come for the inhabitants of the world to be kind to all animals

[@jolynnhill8502]

I can’t believe it is time for this beautiful pink elephant to move on to the the adult area. It has been a pleasure to witness this wonderful journey with the carers and doctors and little khanysia. She is so beautiful and healthy thanks The Herd family. Makes me happy and sad at the same time. Thank you wonderful people ❤️

[@marymcdonald5531]

Sad to see her go ! 😢 I see her with Lammie and Nungu and I shed a Tear❤️❤️❤️ I have been with them from the beginning. Their bond is so close 🌸

[@christinatweet6580]

Same here! Also, cannot help but remember sweet Fenya..😢

[@claraedouwesdekker6389]

Awwwww - I wonder how she’s going to adapt! She’ll miss her sheep! They were her sleeping partners for so long! Bless you all for this incredible work of love that you do for these magnificent beings. 🙏🏻❤️

[@ohmygoshmygolly]

Khanyisa’s world is about to expand. I’m looking forward to seeing her adjustment with her new sleeping arrangements and if her relationships with the other elephants in the herd will change along with that. Very exciting for the world to watch as our baby grows up. ❤her!

[@davidnierzwick2775]

Sad 😭 but also very happy 😁! We will always need her to be happy and strong! 💗 Khanyisa 💗

[@kevindelaney1951]

Over the past 2 years I’ve watched this channel & the amazing efforts put in by the whole team to save this elephant. An incredible story. I will continue to follow. Thank you to all involved.

[@kp8381]

I have such mixed emotions. Can't imagine how Adine and everyone at HERD must feel knowing these times will be far and few between once she goes out with her family. However, you must all be so proud of K fighting to live and proud of yourselves fighting for her to live. She's a special girl and look forward to her next big adventures. I bet from time to time she comes looking for her milk bottles. Love watching her feed herself. Stay sweet and safe Baby K. You are loved around the 🌎. ❤️🐘❤️🐘

[@suehancey8355]

Well done everyone! What a brilliant achievement after all yr hard work. When we think how injured and tiny she was, you have worked miracles getting her to this milestone! Can't wait to see her new journey. Thank you all💖

[@marie-clauderecchia4531]

I looked at this video with mix feelings because our little miss Sunshine has reached a milestone where she will not be so much pampered by her human and sheepy inner circle but by her whole Herd which is best for our little pink Ellie It must be like a child going to school we are happy that she is now a big girl but at the same time we would like to keep her in childhood It is heartwarming to see her giving love trunks to Adine Stavos Herman Reply Lammie and inspects her nursery and garden as if she was feeling that she will leave this premices I know some of her humans who will feel lonely 😥

[@karenstafford724]

Less her. She has grown up in a very happy place, with lots of love from both you guys and all the other elephants around her. I hope we will still see lots of videos about her as she joins the herd..

[@herdelephantorphanage]

We will definitely still be sharing plenty of videos with you 💖🐘 we’re not going anywhere. We know how special the elephants and Khanyisa are to everyone

[@juliobarreiro7345]

She has to sleep with the Big Ones now outside in cold weather Big Change for her maybe could wait longer to change

[@shirleymorris7760]

It pulls at my heart to think of her leaving the nursery! But seeing as she almost fills the doorway, it's time for her to move on. Her herd will keep her warm. Ii t must be so hard for you, Adine and Carers. May we all enjoy these last days/weeks with gratitude.🙏🥰🥰🥰♥️♥️♥️

[@reneefrances7249]

I love her❤ I can only imagine how bitter sweet this is. Now she gets to be with her herd all the time. This is one of those moments all of us had prayed for since you found her. Have her grow strong and happy❤

[@Amy26Alice]

So quiet. Pretty bird song. I'm very interested in watching Khanishas transition and how that happens.

[@palmaleestephens1906]

Good morning, Khanyisa! I’m not ready for Baby K to leave the nursery. It will be a new adventure.

[@jenniferponcia8387]

Oh goodness is it that time already. She is such a love and joyfull.

[@kiko7247]

What a happy milestone! Congratulations 🎉 HERD team, you should be proud about yourselves, you have saved miss Sunshine and allowed her to grow healthy and strong, both mentally and physically.. and now she's ready to join the Jabulani's herd 100%. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@bruceanderson5538]

Let me extend a great embrace to Adine’s heavy MATERNAL HEART as We celebrate THIS GLORIOUS KHANYISA upon HER Rite of Passage. ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉❤

[@claritadeluna6609]

bruce anderson - Here. Here!!!

[@susanmcleod7373]

Khanyisa loves Adine, whose going to sing her lullabies, and cuddle her and help her sleep? It might take her awhile to get used to the new sleeping arrangement, but I think all will be 🙂

[@maritzamendez8775]

Khanyisa has grown so much. Time flies, seems like yesterday she was this tiny little elephant fighting to live from such horrific wounds. The care and love all of you give her is her pathway to such a healthy life. Thank you to each and everyone of you watching and helping these majestic animals. I have learned so much from your videos, I truly have come to love each member of the herd.💕 Thank you Nadine and staff.❤️

[@ccasey1904]

She sure makes fast work of those milk bottles! And all on her own too! What a clever, adorable girl!

[@gojiberry7201]

Wow ... this is an intense moment ... thank you so much for all your care, you not only have helped elephants, but you have given hope and joy to thousands of people around the globe

[@deejohnston2150]

I'm so happy for Miss Khanyisa! What a huge milestone!

[@KOOLBadger]

How Wonderful!! She is a Big Girl now! And as we have witness, She is never alone! All she has to do is sneeze and She is surrounded!

[@barbarajustice9499]

Love watching her holding her bottle and drinking thank you for sharing

[@richardelg4412]

She is so beautiful!♥️♥️♥️

[@zoeys290]

Congratulations guys , you’ve done an amazing job with Khanysi(Miss independent) she is looking just so healthy and happy ! Good work and much love to you all 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@jacquelinem6609]

Wow this is truly big news! As I was watching the last video of Khanyisa and her herd at the dam I was wondering if this was coming. She’s really grown with the loving care you all have showered her with, I love this little ellie! ♥️🐘 She’s amazing and with her big personality and love for life it’s always a joy to share her days. Thank you Adine for sharing her many milestones and many achievements, you both have taken us on a wonderful journey and for me; it’s truly enriched my life. ♥️♥️🐘🐘🤗🤗

[@TheRisa82931]

Amazing she is

[@missbee7745]

Oh Her Precious Little Tusks & Blanket!! If I was There I'd be a Blubbering Cry Baby Mess. Good Grief... You're an Awesome Mommy Adine!! 💙 🐘 💕

[@lilyrojo]

Omg, Khanyisa month was leading up to this huge moment! She will have such wonderful loving company with her herd, they obviously all adore her and she them 💕 Congrats Khanyisa and HERD on this amazing achievement!

[@tamo9520]

Khayisa has a new interest! Acrobatics! "Miss Acrobat"! This little one is so darn precious!

[@isawa6649]

Graduation day soon....... Time flies! Congratulation Khanyisa and HERD !

[@janetfernie4588]

It has been a delight to watch "Sunshine" grow up, l am sure she will do well moving into the herd at night,well done to you all😀

[@bintoubadji5055]

Ça me bouleverse vraiment.C'est une nouvelle étape de sa vie mais elle reste tout de même un baby et la savoir hors de son berceau c'est dur pour nous ses mamans.On veille sur toi où que tu sois notre pink princess Khanysia 🐘💘😔😔

[@TheRisa82931]

Hi hello hey hey hey from New Mexico..so love all your dedication

[@robbie_]

Looks strong and healthy. Sleeping with the rest of the herd will be exciting for her I'm sure.

[@pierrettewalraevens3665]

Omg it is going so fast now , and noving in with the herd ❤️ but nowing the herd loves this Gorgeous Sweet girl makes me Happy and she is gona love it with them! She is gona miss Lammie that's for sure . Love this growing GORGEOUS Sweetheart so much To Adine and all carers and herd Thank you so much for you all are doing you all are Awesome ❤️ Greetings from Belgium 🇹🇩 ❤️🥰🐘🥰❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🥰❤️

[@garnetduran9946]

Awww. She's becoming a big girl! Why do I feel like an empty nester? More so for her beloved carers! 💓

[@anitasyvalahti1730]

I also feel like an empty nest.

[@elainedavis3923]

It's very sad to see her all grown up, Her two beautiful roommates will miss her at night. I will look forward to the mornings where she's rejoined with her human family and the best two sheep in the world. Thank you all for the wonderful care you give all the animals. Good blessings to you all

[@sheilagadde5975]

I remember when that blanket was huge on her. This is very good news. I know it will be difficult for all of us who love her baby hood become a full active toddler.

[@lunalupus63]

Miss Pinkylicious approaching another milestone! Bittersweet though it will be, it certainly is testament to the exceptional care and love she's received and is still getting from Adine and the fantastic band of carers at Herd ❤ Lammie and Nungu are going to find their lives taking a tremendously quiet turn. At least we can still look back at Sunshine's nursery days thanks to fun videos like these 😊❤🐘❤

[@susan332]

Thank you everyone who helped this brave baby survive and thrive! Congratulations 🎉 I feel happy tears for her graduation and will continue to watch her and her herd enjoying being elephants! So much appreciation for all involved. Keep up the world changing work! So much good luck and love to all!💜

[@TheErik249]

This is a GOOD THING. She is graduating to full Elephanthood in Elephantopia. She probably wants to be with her family every night. Elephants should be Elephants. Do not shed a tear. Be happy for Khanyisa. Imagine if one of us was in the hospital for the last year, or two. Now we're being greenlighted by the doctor to go home. Mom, dad, brother, sister... I'M COMING HOME!!!! Yeah!

[@TheHildegard01]

❤️LOVE ❤️

[@yvonnemarshall7416]

Ohhhhh Bless Her This is wonderful Tears are in my Eyes Big steps for a Beautiful girl . My love to you all Please let us know how Khanyisa gets on her first night would be lovely to see a video Love Yvonne Lampra mill mullion Cornwall England ♥️♥️♥️

[@antoniojosedossantos9552]

she is really very smart as she soon learned how to place both hind legs on the piece of wood. I'm not that sure she went to greet Stravos or if she went looking for her milk bottles... Adorable little girl !!!

[@dorabella64]

Sleep good for mourning comes a Blessed day. 💖🙏🥰.

[@shirleys2295]

good morning. its 3:00 am here in the USA. will Khanysia still get her milk after she joins the herd. shes really going to miss all of you that spend the night with her. she will really miss the warmth of the orphanage. you will really miss her. I also noticed that she will not fit through the door soon.

[@herdelephantorphanage]

Yes she will. Her total volume of milk will be divided into the day feeds in order to make up for the loss of the night feed

[@paulalim1476]

She wearing her big girl pants now! Way to go Khanyisa! Don’t keep the adults awake any night……🌛🌒

[@marciaevans2951]

I don't know how I feel about Sunshine growing up and leaving the nursery! All the carers have done a wonderful job loving her a taking care of her! I guess she's ready for the next step.

[@Jkatz9y]

Such a beautiful morning with sweet Khanyisa and her human carers... not forgetting her sheepie friends, who will indeed miss her when she goes full-time to her herd. I know SA well and enjoy watching these videos, accompanying the herd on their walks in the bush. It reminds me of that special S African ambiance, a unique peaceful calm. I can smell the bush as I listen to the morning birds. How old will Khanyisa be when she leaves the orphanage?

[@herdelephantorphanage]

We are not sure. We do have a long term rewilding plan in place but for now Khanyisa will just stay with us. For more information on our rewilding plan, click on the below link: herd.org.za/blog/the-long-term-rewilding-of-the-jabulani-herd-and-elephant-orphans/

[@kathypointer3938]

😢tears of joy yet sadness, too. But don’t we all feel this when we suddenly see our own children show signs of independence, (which we instilled in them.) she will still pop in on the ones who took care of her, too.❤

[@stephenvanwoert2447]

Khanyisa is so much loved and focused on and privileged. It is best that she neve know how thousands or ten thousands her age are living. It is heartbreaking. She has had her own horrific traumas. The snare, the loss of her mother. At human hands. It is disturbing to me to witness their intelligence and at the same time to get even a glimpse of how elephants are abused by man, routinely, without any sense of responsibility or shame.

[@felicitysummers9140]

As others have said it’s sad but then wonderful that she is going to be with the rest of the HERD. Mmm I wonder how much sleep her companions will get at the start of her big adventure? 🤣. She had me laughing with her antics with the stump, pretty clever there Khanyisa! I do hope we still get to see the HERD as this has been such a wonderful and precious moments, thank you Adine and your Carers for the mighty work you are doing 👌👏🥰

[@alison__16]

Haha, my thoughts exactly, I'm sure there will be a bit of playtime and mischief before Khanyisa realizes this is bedtime not a slumber party 😆😁

[@Mr5thWave]

My thoughts exactly too. Little Miss K seemed too quick to sound alerts when on the trail, so I wonder if the fear of the new situation will keep the group awake during her first nights.

[@felicitysummers9140]

@@Mr5thWave or she could be testing out the Herd, or because she is so young and her memory she could well be concerned. It is awesome to see how the herd quickly come to surround her, which is something elephants do I’ve noticed, but more extraordinary of a herd of mostly of a non family group!

[@inukshuksixtyfour1164]

💓♥💖🐑🐘🐑💖♥💓

[@elephantwanderer6576]

What a wonderful job you have done in raising Khanyisa, she's now well on her way to adulthood. !!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😀😀😀🐘🐘🐘

[@mary-anneswanson8445]

Our little princess is moving in with the herd.......where did the time go ?? I hope we will still get updates on the herd as a whole and what's happening with all of you as well. You have all become like family :) Thank you for so lovingly seeing to all Khanyisa's needs and that of her herd :)

[@herdelephantorphanage]

Absolutely! We are not going anywhere. We know how much this Herd means to everyone and we will continue to share their updates. 🥰

[@lindaj5492]

3:25 Pilates for elephants? So sweet, how she goes over to greet Stavros with a little rumble ❤. Will she still have morning bottles when she’s spending nights with her herd in the homestead?

[@alison__16]

Yes she'll still have her bottles until she's 4 or 5 years old. It's only the bottles during the night that will stop when she moves in with the herd

[@hyperactivehyena]

I'm so happy to think of her sleeping under the stars and waking up among her people.

[@earlaroberts5034]

Thank You To Each of You for your Loving Care EVERYONE OF YOU ARE HEROS. IN MY EYES. GOD BLESS ALL. THANK YOU

[@brendatenorio5721]

Watching Adine, HERD staff and the herd, care for Khanyisa all these many months has been a privilege and joy. Watching Adine, the vets and HERD staff care for Khanyisa all those days and nights is a testament to dedication and love. I, like so many others, have learned so much about elephants and their important place in South Africa and our planet. I cannot imagine how much work and love there is to care the orphans, orphanage, carers, land and reserve wildlife. I salute Adine. I will miss seeing and checking in with Khanyisa, the elephants, Adine and staff tremendously. I hope there is no dislocation of staff and we will continue to share in Khanyisa, elephants, HERD, carers development and will be able to take part in and support Adine's aspirations for the elephants, carers, land and the people.

[@brendatenorio5721]

Oh, big move. Definitely bittersweet. Sad. Like leaving your child at Nursery School for the first time. Will she be alright? I'm sure Adine and carers will keep a sharp eye out for any changes and act quickly to adjust if needed. She's a baby.