A breed herd of Elephant drinks and relaxes on the banks of the Great Ruaha River. The matriarch is always vigilant but waterpoints are important.
A breed herd of Elephant drinks and relaxes on the banks of the Great Ruaha River. The matriarch is always vigilant but waterpoints are important to elephant social behaviour and bonding.
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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
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