Nearly 90% of African elephants have disappeared in the past century, primarily due to the extensive ivory trade, according to WWF.
Currently, only about 415,000 wild elephants remain.
These magnificent creatures face another significant threat: the deteriorating state of our environment. With this alarming backdrop, many people are striving to raise awareness about the need to protect both the environment and the precious wildlife it supports.
Alvin Kaunda, a reporter for a local Kenyan channel, went viral for a heartwarming clip that has been viewed millions of times.
The video has touched many hearts and brought attention to a critical cause.
In the clip, Kaunda was delivering a news report on the devastating impacts of human activity on our planet, particularly in Kenya’s sanctuary for the unique red elephant species.
These elephants are called “red” because they bathe in the red volcanic soil, giving them their distinctive color.
The sight of these unique elephants is truly a wonder to behold.
As Kaunda explained the dire situation facing our ecosystems and how these changes are depriving animals of their habitats, something adorable happened.
A baby elephant in the background decided it was time to play.
The little elephant’s trunk first tapped Kaunda’s shoulder, then attempted to poke his ears, clearly intrigued by the reporter.
Surrounded by these majestic creatures, it wasn’t surprising that one of them would be playful.
However, Kaunda wasn’t quite prepared for what came next.
The baby elephant placed its trunk on Kaunda’s head, almost as if to say, “This is a wonderful human,” bringing a smile to the reporter’s face.
The situation escalated in cuteness when the elephant’s trunk reached for Kaunda’s nose and mouth.
It’s worth noting that an elephant’s trunk contains around 150,000 muscle units, allowing them to perform delicate tasks like picking up a peanut or even painting. However, this playful baby elephant had other ideas. Without feeling threatened by Kaunda, the elephant’s inquisitiveness led it to tickle the reporter, prompting Kaunda to burst into infectious giggles.
Viewers had to give credit to Kaunda for his composure.
Despite the baby elephant’s persistent tickling and exploration of his ears, shoulders, hair, and face, Kaunda kept his focus and continued delivering his message to the camera. It’s no easy feat to stay on task, especially when you’re being tickled by an elephant trunk!
Eventually, the adorable elephant playing with Kaunda’s face proved too much, and the reporter finally gave in to laughter.
This charming moment captured not only the elephant’s curiosity, but also showed the importance of conservation.
One viewer commented, “How adorable and I love the reporter’s laugh at the end when he could no longer keep his composure. This made my day!!!!!!”
The video went viral not just because of the playful antics of the baby elephant, but also because it underscored a critical message: these animals deserve to live. The innocent and sweet baby elephant, like all living beings, deserves a safe and happy home.
Watch the video below to see the baby elephant hilariously steal the show!
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