An elephant mother helps her boisterous calf as they cross one of the Rufiji River's many channels to ensure it does not get swept away by the current


An elephant mother helps her boisterous calf as they cross one of the Rufiji River's many channels to ensure it does not get swept away by the current


Size: 5000px × 3364px
Location: Selous Game Reserve, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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