Elephant Social Bonds and Instincts

The video depicts a poignant scene where a mother elephant stands over her deceased calf, showcasing the deep bonds elephants share with their offspring. Despite the calf's death, the mother remains by its side, driven by her protective instincts. Another herd member approaches, offering comfort, highlighting the strong social bonds within elephant herds.

What is the main focus of the first section of the video?

• The habitat of elephants

• The tragic loss of a calf and the mother's bond

• The elephant's migration patterns

• The diet of elephants

How long could the young cow have stayed with her calf if it had survived?

• 7 years

• 11 years

• 5 years

• 9 years

What instinct keeps the mother elephant close to her calf's remains?

• The instinct to protect

• The instinct to play

• The instinct to migrate

• The instinct to forage

What does the mother elephant's behavior towards her calf's remains signify?

• A lack of interest

• A desire to leave

• A need to find food

• A strong protective instinct

What action does a member of the herd take towards the grieving mother?

• Ignores her

• Leads her away

• Aggressively approaches her

• Tentatively sniffs her

What does the behavior of the herd member suggest about elephant social bonds?

• They are indifferent to each other

• They are competitive

• They are solitary

• They are nurturing and supportive