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Moment elephants huddle to protect calves during earthquake

Video shared by the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance shows the moment a group of elephants protect their young during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake. The behaviour is known as an 'alert circle', which is intended to protect calves from threats. The earthquake struck Julian, California and was felt across San Diego County on 14 April.

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Zoo elephants huddle to protect calves during San Diego earthquake

This "alert circle" is a natural response to perceived threats, with elephants having the ability to feel sounds through their feet.

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Protect your babies in the event of an earthquake...Enclosed in a circle of adult elephants

Elephants’ bizarre reaction to 5.2 magnitude earthquake

Incredible footage has emerged of the moment a herd of elephants sprung into action to protect their youngest during a 5.2 ...

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Watch the moment elephants formed 'alert circle' during 5.2 magnitude quake

The footage, released by the San Diego Zoo, shows elephants form an "alert circle" during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake near San Diego, California. According to the San Diego Zoo, the behavior is a ...

Elephant diplomacy: A new zoo sanctuary is strengthening Australia's ties to this country

The herd found a new home at The Elephant Trail, part of the zoo's newly opened $88 million elephant sanctuary. What visitors ...

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