A breed herd of Elephant take a rest break in the cool of an isolated shady tree during the heat of the day.
A breed herd of Elephant take a rest break in the cool of an isolated shady tree during the heat of the day. Taking a break from feeding which dominates their day, the matriarch has chosed the perfect place where all her herd can rest and cool down in the shade and breeze.
Size: 4200px × 3505px
Location: Mikumi National Park,Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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