During a 5.2 magnitude earthquake that struck Southern California, a remarkable moment was captured on video at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park: five elephants instinctively formed a protective circle around their young as the ground shook.
“They sort of freeze as they gather information about where the danger is,” explained Mindy Albright, curator of mammals at the park.
Known for their intelligence and strong social bonds, elephants often respond to threats by clustering together — with the adults forming a barrier around the calves. This behavior was seen again roughly an hour later, when an aftershock prompted a second brief huddle before the herd dispersed.
The quake occurred at 10:08 a.m. local time and was centered near the mountain town of Julian in San Diego County, according to the US Geological Survey. It was felt as far north as Los Angeles, but no injuries or major damage were reported.
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“They sort of freeze as they gather information about where the danger is,” explained Mindy Albright, curator of mammals at the park.
Known for their intelligence and strong social bonds, elephants often respond to threats by clustering together — with the adults forming a barrier around the calves. This behavior was seen again roughly an hour later, when an aftershock prompted a second brief huddle before the herd dispersed.
The quake occurred at 10:08 a.m. local time and was centered near the mountain town of Julian in San Diego County, according to the US Geological Survey. It was felt as far north as Los Angeles, but no injuries or major damage were reported.
#Elephants #Earthquake #LosAngeles #SanDiego #Elephant #Nature #Animals
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