Albino Baby, Khanyisa’s First Night in the Elephant Homestead! 🐘☀️

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  • The moment you’ve been waiting for! Khanyisa returns from the bush with the herd and it’s straight to four lined-up milk bottles that she heads, along with sweet potato chunks and grass! The other elephants enjoy their snacks under the canopy, as we supplement their feed with extra green grass, bana grass and Lucerne.
    There is some commotion as the team carry Khanyisa’s bucket of food closer to the canopy - something the herd is very unfamiliar with and Tokwe gets a fright! There is trumpeting and an immediate huddling as the elephants encircle Khanyisa, who gets scared by the activity and heads toward the orphanage.
    Tigere suggests the humans get out and leave it to the elephants to manage, as they know best and are now in charge of raising Khanyisa. Tokwe has accepted other orphans before, such as Jabulani, Timisa and Kumbura, and knows what’s best. But it’s still a shock and slightly nerve wracking to hand Khanyisa over to them.
    It’s a big moment for us and the elephants show they have Khanyisa’s best interests at heart as they keep her safe just as they do in the bush. They escort her to the canopy area to feed with them. A heartwarming moment for us!
    The sun starts to set as the herd settle down with their newest member for the evening ahead!

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  • @denisewalberg5803
    @denisewalberg5803 ปีที่แล้ว +760

    It took almost three years for a dedicated team of people who worked so long & hard, put in so much time & effort to get Khanyisa where she is today. She’s happy, healthy & so full of life. You gave her that chance. All of the wonderful people at HERD, you are the heroes of these sixteen beautiful Elephants! ❤️

  • @Fiverdog
    @Fiverdog ปีที่แล้ว +413

    Such an emotional time for you all. The way the herd enveloped her and took her to the canopy was so powerful - thought my heart would burst (cried a little too)! She truly has her family and you all made that happen. You should be so proud of yourselves. 💙💙💙

    • @suecash8186
      @suecash8186 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Same here , 💕💕💕💕💕💕😘

    • @sf9145
      @sf9145 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Isn't that the truth! I was so not ready for this but as soon as the herd brought her in with them and she went naturally...you just can't deny it. It is where she is meant to be.
      What a great, blessed, bunch of carers. In the back ground, you make it all happen. Thank you.

    • @bettyderoo5984
      @bettyderoo5984 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      And then hear Adine say in the background " al least we now know they wont hurt her" , the worry in her voice, the concernd mama.
      I know how it feels, to let a little one ( child) go.

    • @carlanatale9137
      @carlanatale9137 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@sf9145Ml no so be
      So beautiful what nurturers

    • @dalehoward5416
      @dalehoward5416 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      We can learn a lot from these magnificent animals. 💖

  • @lorij6445
    @lorij6445 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Tigere is like an angel.

  • @MuseCreative
    @MuseCreative ปีที่แล้ว +365

    Amazing how the elephants knew what to do, once Kanysia was on their side of the fence, what a thrilling full circle experience! Thank you and to al carers for the wonderful job you do

    • @aimeefriedman822
      @aimeefriedman822 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It truly is...like when they perceive danger anger take their positions, perfectly

  • @paxtoninthehouse
    @paxtoninthehouse ปีที่แล้ว +245

    So amazing to see the group lead Khanyisa to the canopy.

  • @TheraP2014
    @TheraP2014 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    I didn't realize that any slight change, or a bucket, could alarm the herd like that. But then the herd escorted Khanyisa back to the canopy as if to say: *you have given Khanyisa to us, your task is complete. She is our responsibility now. She is safe and very Loved. WOW!!* Thank you Tigere, Tich, Last, and Adine 💕

    • @susanvaughan4210
      @susanvaughan4210 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I have a feeling that when Tokwe saw them move K's bucket toward the herd, that maybe she realized this was the handover. I think she was emotionally overwhelmed for a few moments.

    • @TheraP2014
      @TheraP2014 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@susanvaughan4210 Sounds right to me. They say elephants are a lot like humans, I believe it.

    • @bluediamond4740
      @bluediamond4740 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Wonderful, loving, amazing creatures. Ellies are the very best. Love them all forever!
      🐘⚘️🐘⚘️🐘⚘️🐘⚘️🐘

    • @TheraP2014
      @TheraP2014 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@bluediamond4740 Same here Blue Diamond, I love them and all good souls that protect them. Best wishes 💕

    • @familymajor
      @familymajor 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      I know Adine must have been emotional during this transition ❤

  • @KatherineUribe-1
    @KatherineUribe-1 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    These elephants get premium care. When they get back from a day of browsing and swimming, they have fresh bana grass and Lucerne to nosh on until morning when they will go back out. They have a nice dry area to go to if it rains and a nice big pile of dirt to lean against if they choose to lie down. Elephants generally sleep standing up because lying down can be problematic. So, a large pile of earth to lie against is a perfect in-between solution for resting for them. Clean water, medical care, and lots of love go towards giving these ellies a great quality of life! Bravo to everyone working and supporting this rescue/sanctuary!💟🐘💟

  • @debndogs2208
    @debndogs2208 ปีที่แล้ว +283

    Those mama Ellie’s grabbed the little baby and took her straight back with them to the shed - where she belongs - I think she was good and ready to be a big girl now - perfect handover by everyone 🐘💕❤️

    • @janelacher9234
      @janelacher9234 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It was a perfect handover!💗

  • @judykuzmitz4585
    @judykuzmitz4585 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    a bittersweet moment

  • @jankent5677
    @jankent5677 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    All so natural. All so meant to be ❤

  • @rkml59
    @rkml59 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    When they gathered her and walked to the covered area it seemed all was well. They will take over now.

  • @ShortOrderCook
    @ShortOrderCook ปีที่แล้ว +181

    Khanyisa really was ready for this momentous time, and so were the herd - it was seamless for them - they are a complete family now - its beautiful. 💜💜

  • @Amy26Alice
    @Amy26Alice ปีที่แล้ว +216

    That was the most heart-warming thing I've ever seen. When the herd took control of Khanishas care 😭🥰

    • @melodiefrances3898
      @melodiefrances3898 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Wasn't that amazing? They knew exactly what they were doing. ❤️❤️❤️

    • @jannetteberends8730
      @jannetteberends8730 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I had tears in my eyes.

    • @fabienneroure9995
      @fabienneroure9995 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      That was such an amazing heart warming moment!❤😘❤🌿

    • @mindmyown1
      @mindmyown1 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@jannetteberends8730 me toooo 😭

    • @bluediamond4740
      @bluediamond4740 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Pure magic! Thank you all at HERD for making this possible & for giving a lost, sad, hurt little ellie reason to smile again. The world loves you all!
      🐘❤🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘

  • @franreid8203
    @franreid8203 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Yes, good luck K, well done thanks to all who worked so hard to help this little angel. Bless you all.

  • @bellablock5864
    @bellablock5864 ปีที่แล้ว +201

    Many many thanks for this video. It was absolutely lovely how these Ellies have taken Khanyisa in there midst and ambled back to the stables. ❤ Perhaps they thought, now there, little one, we take you fully under our trunks? It seems so. Thank you all for making this possible and caring for those beautiful creatures! 🧡I'm looking forward to seeing more of the HERD.

  • @hermisadventures8142
    @hermisadventures8142 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    For any of you who still may be wondering - YES THEY KNOW HOW IMPORTANT THIS DAY IS for our little Princess, just as they did the moment they each met her. Elephants instincts and attention to others and what they are feeling (empathy in human terms) I would argue is far more advanced and sensitive then ours. Trust me, THEY KNOW everything and more about little Khanysia, how special she is, how important her move is, and this is why they act the way they do that continues to keep us as a species marveled. Ele's will literally sniff out a paper cut on our finger under layers of clothes that no one else could possibly see not because they are shark-like and smell blood, but because they can sense an injury and change in a humans behaviors (no matter how small) and instinct tells them to protect and help if they can. Absolutely remarkable they are. Tigere per usual is so amazing to listen to... Elephants hands down are some of the best parents and family on the entire planet. Their ability to protect is unparalleled.

    • @susanmorris5520
      @susanmorris5520 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Very well spoken @Her Misadventure.👍❤️🐘

    • @hermisadventures8142
      @hermisadventures8142 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@susanmorris5520 Thank you. I had to add after watching it again. Did anyone else get very emotional the minute Tokwe literally took her by the truck and guided her back into their home along with the rest of the family? I have been watching (and fostering) a few of them including our Princess since day 1 and I am over here blubbering like a baby... I had flashbacks of her little pink body when she first got there with that green cream on her where her wounds were healing.......what a beautiful moment again captured for us to see and witness just like we are there like we have been since day one. Cutting onions for sure. I love all of you carers, god bless ALL OF YOU, look at what you have done and helped to do and create......... I have no words.

    • @susanmorris5520
      @susanmorris5520 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@hermisadventures8142 WOW!! What a beautiful thing you said on your message to me but, I’m just a watcher from the USA and I too had watched when Khanyisa and Fenya first came to the Orphanage and what bad shape they were in and I also know too the blue/green stuff that had to be on Khanyisa’s wounds and the one around her neck that the snare was around and I cried all the time while Adine and her Carers were rehabilitating her and Fenya but unfortunately Fenya lost her battle and must have had no more fight in her too and passed. But however, with the spunk and willpower that Khanyisa had and still has and the love from Adine and her Carers too is why she is still with us today and so very strong too. I haven’t watched the video of Khanyisa going to her new night spot but I never had any doubt that the elephants were gonna be there for her and watch over her too.❤️🐘 I have learned too that they are so very intelligent and know how to take care of their own and they also watch out for the humans too that have taken care of them from the beginning. Take care and hugs to you friend. God bless always! Sue M.❤️🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🙏🏻🥰😘⭐️🌸🌼❌⭕️

    • @kimmieh8419
      @kimmieh8419 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m new to the channel as of yesterday and the first video I saw was of them getting Phabeni from the yard of the lady that wouldn’t let the game wardens(?), or whoever they were, shoot him! And after watching that video, I went to the comments and read a thread from people all over the world saying how excited they were for this little guy getting rescued by this amazing group of people. They spoke so highly of the carers and Aldine that if I hadn’t already liked, subscribed, shared, and commented because of the video, I would have just to be in with this awesome group of people that have been following this channel because of how amazingly kind and wonderful they sounded in their comments….just like you two! So I am now so honored to be a part of this HERD!
      P.S. Now all I’ve been doing the last 24 hours is binge watching every video and short that this channel has put out. I’m now going to find Khanyisa and Fenya’s story so I can know how far she’s come to this point. Which by the sounds of it is nothing short of miraculous! Thank you for making me even doubly sure I want to be part of this community. Blessings to you both and I’m honored from Western Massachusetts! 🙏🥰

  • @yvonnemarshall7416
    @yvonnemarshall7416 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Night Night Elephants love you ♥️♥️♥️

  • @susancerezo401
    @susancerezo401 ปีที่แล้ว +112

    Oooooh! What a moment !she does look so accepted. My, have you guys prepared this blessed moment so well, from the beginning. What a mixture of emotions you, beloved Adine, and carers must be feeling 💗🙏🐘💗

  • @suemick8709
    @suemick8709 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It feels like sending your baby off to school for the first time.

  • @shawnakenton9682
    @shawnakenton9682 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    That just about made me cry! They just took Khanyisa under their care like to say "she's ours now.we got this!" Just beautiful example of love! They act as if she had been there all along & I think that's why it was such an easy transition for Khanyisa. I pray the rest of the evening is just as natural & easy for her! Thank you so very much for sharing this special event with us! God bless y'all for all the work & loving care you put into these ellies!

  • @elainedavis3923
    @elainedavis3923 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    What a emotional moment.
    Thank you so much for filming this historical event with such a beautiful elephant and the family who loves her so much.

  • @user-kp1pz6zv8y
    @user-kp1pz6zv8y ปีที่แล้ว +87

    Aww this actually brought a tear in my eye. She is such a big girl now

  • @patrickhamos2987
    @patrickhamos2987 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Man, Mambo can be intimidating!! such stature 😍

  • @roshinipariraj4687
    @roshinipariraj4687 ปีที่แล้ว +120

    wow. the way they led her to the night shelter was amazing and emotional to watch..as if they say from now she will be safe with us

  • @michaelgoetze2103
    @michaelgoetze2103 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Tigere is a wise man - get out of the way when the elephants are animated and let them sort it out. It is astonishing how they realised it was time for Khanyisa to join them when they lead her to the homestead. How does that information communicate to them?

  • @tenzinyangdroen1618
    @tenzinyangdroen1618 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    That was a little fright with the bucket being moved closer to the canopy…Maybe wild animals are very observant of even slight changes in their environment in order to ensure their saftey… And for Adine it must have been really a feeling of literally 'letting Khanyisa go‘, seeing the backs of them walking towards the canopy with Khanyisa in their midst…really touching. But with her and the carers still around, protecting them like mother and brothers and fathers, giving the elephants a feeling of safety, made it easy for Khanyisa to enter the world of the grown-ups. Adine & Co, always the best friends of baby eles and the whole herd. It seems the older elephants understood on the spot and Khanyisa joined in right away. And the carers do know a lot about eles and have trust in their well-functioning social life. Thank you so much for taking us along on this adventure❣ Not thinking in any way that the nursery will soon be needed again, but reassuring to know it's there to welcome another little ele in case of need.

  • @marie-clauderecchia4531
    @marie-clauderecchia4531 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    It was so heartwarming to see the Ellies surrounding little miss Sunshine when she was frighten and handle the situation at best Each one has his role from wonderful Matriarch Tokwe Gentleman Fishan Limpopo and Pisa Tokwe's daughters Kumbura most dedicated allomother and little sister Timisa
    Thanks also to the very good job done by Adine, for which it must be so heartbroken to leave her Pink Baby even if she knows her Ellies Family will do a good job, and the so dedicated carers Team lead by Tigere We all 💖 you

    • @cherylpeevy5010
      @cherylpeevy5010 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I thought it was touching that Adine set up the bottles for her Meisiekind for this "ceremonial" first night with her favorite sweet potatoes. It gave Adine one last personal moment with her girl before Khanyisa joined her ellie family. After that small commotion, it was Tigere who reassured Adine that the herd will not hurt little K but will now take over to raise her. As the video ends, we all see with Adine and the carers that our little Braveheart has fit right in and all is well.

  • @PearlGourami
    @PearlGourami ปีที่แล้ว +107

    What an incredible moment, so happy they’re all settled in together now ❤

  • @deejohnston2150
    @deejohnston2150 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I'm not gonna cry...oh, who am I kidding?! Watching them take her back with them to the shelter was beautiful and natural. They truly do love her!!

  • @SuperBentley55
    @SuperBentley55 ปีที่แล้ว +153

    The way they surrounded Khanyisa and took her in under the canopy!1 WOW What a beautiful moment.

    • @relax2dream164
      @relax2dream164 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      It really was! “Come home now little one”. 🥲

    • @patriciayoung569
      @patriciayoung569 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      This video touches the heart. The wonderful love and care shown to these elephants is outstanding AND the elephants know it too.

  • @dragonwarrior9346
    @dragonwarrior9346 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    So heartwarming to see them guide Kanysia back to the homestead!!!

  • @aussiegardener1773
    @aussiegardener1773 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It was time and everybody knew it. It went so smoothly

  • @tom7471
    @tom7471 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    That moment when they surrounded Khanyisa was if the herd was saying, 'Don't worry! We'll take good care of her from here!' Just fantastic.

  • @melaD333
    @melaD333 ปีที่แล้ว +87

    I started crying after he said “We need to let the elephants take over raising Khanyisa now.” 10:01 What a bittersweet moment!! It was almost as if they were waiting for this day to come. They didn’t hesitate to protect her and welcome her in.

    • @beverlykeys4330
      @beverlykeys4330 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me too! Watched it twice. Thank everyone for all your compassion and hard work.

  • @dorabella64
    @dorabella64 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    She’s safe and comfy. Tomorrow is her journey for life with her herd. It’s been wonderful watching her grow. 🙏🥰💖

  • @richardjohnson5529
    @richardjohnson5529 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Sleep well Khanyisa

  • @lindaj5492
    @lindaj5492 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Wow! Such a protective movement… “We got this: she’s ours now. You’ve done your job well.”
    And how kindly was Tigere when he asked Adine, “Are you ok?” 🥰

  • @jannetteberends8730
    @jannetteberends8730 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    For Timisa it’s also nice to have her friend aside her at night.

  • @Amy26Alice
    @Amy26Alice ปีที่แล้ว +38

    She still looks so small 😥🥰

  • @deloresmerrion7488
    @deloresmerrion7488 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    God bless you all. Love Delores

  • @SuperBentley55
    @SuperBentley55 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It takes a village to raise a child and it takes a homestead to raise an orphaned albino elephant

  • @sandraharvey5156
    @sandraharvey5156 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    That was scary and beautiful at the same time, our little pink princess has a real family like she should.Adine and your staff should all be very proud of what you have done for her. You saved her life and gave her a second chance to belong😀

    • @sf9145
      @sf9145 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      They have saved each and every one of the herd. Even the babies born there.❤

  • @roses9339
    @roses9339 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Tigere is so knowledgeable, it's amazing the way they all move instantly to protect their baby. Thank you so much for filming this beautiful moment. Cheers Rosemary Perth Western Australia

  • @hixiegirl
    @hixiegirl ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Wonderful just wonderful. May God bless and protect them all!

  • @hixiegirl
    @hixiegirl ปีที่แล้ว +29

    She is so precious and plucky!

  • @shotypinky
    @shotypinky ปีที่แล้ว +38

    You couldn’t of scripted that any better. A disturbance that the elephants needed to sort out, and they took her under their protection and walked her home. Just wonderful ❤️

  • @meisterfrodo5894
    @meisterfrodo5894 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I cried so much when she was picked up and taken away, but I think she's fine and that's how you have to accept it. Thanks to Adine, the Carers and everyone who was so good to her, including her two sheep friends. I hope we can continue to see videos of Khanyisa and everyone. Many thanks and greetings from 🙋‍♀️🇦🇹 😘

    • @user-jr9xf3jv1b
      @user-jr9xf3jv1b 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Definitely want to continue seeing Khanyisa, hope that doesn't change!

  • @clippylady9837
    @clippylady9837 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Final thoughts on such an emotional experience!
    😂 my third comment 30 minutes! It takes a village, a human herd and an elephant herd to raise Khanyisa, little sunshine! Kinda feels like a child on their very first day of school, except this is somewhat bigger. The human herd is passing over majority of care to elephant herd. Adine and carers, outstanding job, simply incredible. I know you feel joy for a job so well done, yet, losing your more intimate contact with her……kind of bittersweet! I hope you all give each other well deserved hugs to each other! 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗, my hugs to you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you have done to help keep her thriving, for the elephant herd for teaching her skills handed down from generation, and to Khanysia’s indomitable spirit!
    I’M A BIG GIRL NOW!!!!
    God bless everyone…
    Victoria - who promises this is my last post! Going to try to sleep now!!!

    • @cherylpeevy5010
      @cherylpeevy5010 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Beautifully said, Victoria! My 3rd post here,LOL!

  • @bea-ftloa1142
    @bea-ftloa1142 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Astounding how Tokwe took care of Khanyisa right away, caressing/reassuring the baby w/her trunk, joined by Kumbura, Limpopo, Timisa & Fishan. -
    I think it was not only the small bucket which cause the commotion but also the ellies ‘sensing’ the humans concern, anxiety, regarding K’s move. Tigere had it right: ‘let’s move out, the ellies will handle the situation’. I never thought they would harm our little princess. They had protected her all the time & will continue to do so… Wonder what was on our princess mind & of course, like everyone here, waiting for the latest news.
    HERD, your amazing team hard work, from Adine to carers made all this possible! Thanks from the bottom of my heart! 💖🐘

  • @clippylady9837
    @clippylady9837 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Ok, after the commotion, respiration getting back to normal lol😊. I know this is how it’s supposed to be, it my stomach feel like there are jumping beans in my stomach! I’m wondering how sunshine will feel, her first night not in the nursery. Where and who will she sleep with? Will she have straw on the ground like in the nursery? Oh my, so many questions running through my head……. I’m sure it’s somewhat anxiety provoking for Adine and her awesome carers..how could it not??? Hugs 🤗 to human herd!!
    Altho, I just smiled seeing her playing with Timisa. Will there be further videos showing how she is during her first night? {{{Gentle hugs, my little one 💕🐘🥰😘}}}
    Victoria from Maine, USA

    • @cherylpeevy5010
      @cherylpeevy5010 ปีที่แล้ว

      I believe she will sleep with Tokwe, Kumbura, Pisa, Timisa and Fishan in their group. How cool was it that they were the ones who came to protect Khanyisa after the "bucket" fright. They took her to the canopy and now she is theirs. Maybe they will sleep on the big "mattress" sand hill?

  • @mindmyown1
    @mindmyown1 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Omgosh such an astonishing moment being able to witness khanyisa’s entry into the rest of her life with her family. Thank u so much for taking us all along. ❤🌸

  • @jankent5677
    @jankent5677 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Tokwe’s trumpeting “she’s finally home!”❤❤

  • @janetgeller7272
    @janetgeller7272 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    After Tokwe trumpeted, it hurt to see Khanyisa face back towards the orphanage and take a few steps in fear and confusion. She looked so very pink and scared as she looked toward the orphanage. The elephants noticed right away how very different it was where Khanyisa ate. Perhaps Tokwe worried Khanyisa was being taken somewhere and reacted. Khanyisa stayed outside from her cluster of elephants a moment I think still looking at Adine, her human carers and the orphanage before giving herself to the elephants’ trunk caresses and entering the safety offered in the middle of them. What a nice loving escort she then had to the homestead for her first family dinner. 🍽

  • @Helen3691
    @Helen3691 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I feel badly for them when they feel worried but I love to see how they all come together to protect the littlest one and each other. ❤️

  • @felicitysummers9140
    @felicitysummers9140 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    What an absolute wonderful happening, except for the bucket, totally understand that that caused alarm. That they saw Khanyisa get frightened herself but as in the bush they came to surround her and make sure there is no danger to the lil one. Interesting that her bottles and feed did not seem to worry them because of that being out of routine. But she is now fully integrated, hope she likes her new mattress 😂😊❤. Huge congrats Adine and all the team of carers for what you have done in saving this lil pink ellie and the rest of the HERD 👌👏❤️

  • @kp8381
    @kp8381 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Ok so the lump in my throat the past few days knowing our baby is heading out on her new adventure has subsided. Seeing her come in for her bottles/sweet potatoes and grass was heartwarming. Knowing her elephant family will protect her even from a "box"is beautiful to see and so reassuring. .
    I'm sure it's hard to let go Adine/caretakers but you raised a strong, brave girl and I know you must be proud of her. The 🌎 is proud of her.
    Thank you for this lovely video and blessings to all.
    ❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘❤️🐘

  • @SonnetsMom
    @SonnetsMom ปีที่แล้ว +3

    🥰 WOW .. Beautiful team helping this herd with the baby albino elephant 🐘❣️

  • @ginafox27
    @ginafox27 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Oh my heart 😭❤❤

  • @HanktheFrank
    @HanktheFrank ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Sleep tight, meisekind!🥰😘

  • @lisacooper1201
    @lisacooper1201 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    AWWWE!!!... THERE GOES OUR BABY GIRL!!!😲💔😃💝🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘YEP!!!...MIXED FEELINGS AGAIN!!!...BUT WITH KUMBURA BEING VERY OVER PROTECTIVE OF KHANYISA AND BIG MOMMA TOKWE AT HOME...NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT!!! 😊BUT ITS DEFINITELY GOING TO BE A LONG NIGHT FOR YOU ALL!!!...BETTER PUT ON A POT OF COFFEE!!!😁☕🍼🙋🙏➕👍

  • @acdebiase
    @acdebiase ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Amazing animals. So majestic. Everything they do is of a higher order. I bow with respect. 🙏

  • @shirleymorris7760
    @shirleymorris7760 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    She is theirs now. Wise of Tigere to just let the elephants take control. Nice greeting from from K's special pal, Timisa. Adine--you are a brave and dedicated woman! That must have been hard. Oh my, very emotional time, but all is well.🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘🙏😇🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • @lynnclark4208
    @lynnclark4208 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just turned this on and I'm already tearing up. The way GOD made elephants is sure a lesson to people on family.

  • @SkeensSeattleUSA
    @SkeensSeattleUSA ปีที่แล้ว +13

    0445 AM, PST. USA.
    Khanyisa’s little frightened trumpet - made me nervous for her. Seeing the herd responding calmed me. The herd scoops her inside their protective bodies. They show Adine & carers how they will protect her. This herd, Adine and Carers aren’t going to get much sleep tonight, to include myself 💕

  • @kariemanton2576
    @kariemanton2576 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    And they received her into their care. She's in good hands. ♥️♥️♥️

  • @shelley-anneharrisberg7409
    @shelley-anneharrisberg7409 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Lovely to see the eles taking Khanyisa back with them to the canopy - it's as if they know that from now on, she is with them in their care at night as well as in the day. Certainly an awesome, tear-jerking moment. And Khanyisa looks so happy and content under the canopy - as if she has been there at home for years. ❤❤❤❤🐘🐘🐘🐘Thanks again to the carers and to Tigere - he is a real pro and always shows such wisdom and a real understanding of the eles.

  • @brandybremner7276
    @brandybremner7276 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    I started watching nervous and so intrigued. It was almost like watching a action film, just tense and waiting for what comes next. I've been waiting for this moment for weeks, anticipating Kanysias first moments realizing she's staying with the beautiful herd instead of heading away from them to the orphanage. They got spooked (Happy Halloween) but quickly calmed and just led our baby off with them as tears streamed down my face. Happy tears as the beautiful girl I've watched for almost 3yrs is now fully one of them, the herd. Thank you to all involved for making this day happen. The elephants are blessed to have you and we are blessed to watch them.

    • @soniadowney7427
      @soniadowney7427 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I didn't cry until i read your comment..so beautifully articulated

    • @bluediamond4740
      @bluediamond4740 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @Brandy Bremner
      What a perfect comment. Well said...
      👍👍👍👍👍

    • @brandybremner7276
      @brandybremner7276 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thank you Sonia Downey and Blue Diamond for your lovely compliments. They made my heart smile. 🥰

  • @bettyderoo5984
    @bettyderoo5984 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Oh so great to see this, they took her under their trunks, no looking back voor Khanyisa but looking forward. Welcome home little princess. It made me cry but it were tears of joy.

  • @thefloridamimi9278
    @thefloridamimi9278 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I’m sure many of you can agree that this moment brought back memories of the first day of Kindergarten! As your child is carried away by their new group, happy and thrilled to be part of something new and exciting, you are stuck in the doorway, watching it all unfold, while blubbering and feeling silly. 😂. It sounds like Adine was having one of those moments. Bless Tiger for giving her what sounded like much needed hugs and reassurance that Princess Khanyisa is indeed in loving hands. Thanks to everyone at HERD for this amazing day! From a tiny little baby, nearly killed by the snare, to this happy, HEALTHY and fully healed pink princess, finally joined with her family. Well done HERD!

  • @elsvanklaveren971
    @elsvanklaveren971 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This was so heartwarming to see the herd taking care of Khanyisa. She is a full member of the herd now, a big girl, so precious ❤

  • @melodiefrances3898
    @melodiefrances3898 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Did something similar happen with Timisa and Kambura?
    Just wondering. Such an amazing thing to witness.

  • @deniseh5269
    @deniseh5269 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm watching it for the third time in absolute wonder. What a privilege to see.

  • @micheleclay442
    @micheleclay442 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She now belongs to the Herd family. You can feed her her milk but we will now raise our baby girl and teach her the ways of her ancestors. ❤

  • @micheleehrenberger7822
    @micheleehrenberger7822 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    And just like that, they walk her away from you! Claiming 🌞.
    What a long road you've all traveled to get her to this day & with all of your efforts, dedication, love, caring, donors to get her there.
    Bravo! 👏🐘 👏 👏

  • @sarahmott8876
    @sarahmott8876 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Feeling quite misty eyed, sleep well, little girl 🇦🇺

  • @alison__16
    @alison__16 ปีที่แล้ว +90

    Wow! I had such a lump in my throat watching them surround her and take her 'home'. It's incredible how sensitive they are the slightest little change, but it looks like she took it all in her stride and got right on with eating her dinner with her family. Where did she end up sleeping? Did she take to her sand 'mattress' and who did she cuddle up to?

    • @soniadowney7427
      @soniadowney7427 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I'd love to find out as well ..here's hoping

    • @aimeefriedman822
      @aimeefriedman822 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      and basically told Adine, "OURS NOW!"

  • @valentinamontanari3495
    @valentinamontanari3495 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I think she was not completely comfortable till torkwe came to give her some reassurance, as she moved to the canopy glued to her side:) so sweet

  • @Dahlias7
    @Dahlias7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am a little weepy, so emotional. Elephants are incredible creatures. Khanyisa is in good trunks with her herd now. Good job to Adine and the caregivers. The torch has been passed.💓

  • @melodiefrances3898
    @melodiefrances3898 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️
    I didn't realize that a change of routine would startle the elephants like that.
    And then when they lead her over to their area ... I felt like I was witnessing something sacred.
    Wow. Such a big step.
    ❤️❤️❤️

  • @teresajones2807
    @teresajones2807 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Well done! So emotional 🥰

  • @Amy26Alice
    @Amy26Alice ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Oh my goodness. I'm excited for Khanisha and everyone. I'm sure it will go well ❤️

  • @ginangan8892
    @ginangan8892 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Wow is amazing to see how protective of her just one night staying with the group,such love towards her gives me tears,thank you to the whole team of workers,with your blood and sweat effort, God bless

  • @mary-anneswanson8445
    @mary-anneswanson8445 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So no more buckets right :) I'd say things went very well and it is abundently clear Khanyisa is a full fledged member of Jabulani Herd now :) Well done everyone

  • @juditate111
    @juditate111 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The elephants are an amazing group. Little Khanysia was immediately protected by the herd when she showed the least bit nervous. She was given love, caring and acceptance by the whole herd. I loved it.

  • @jenihansen7201
    @jenihansen7201 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I JUST LOVE FISHAN.

  • @lunalupus63
    @lunalupus63 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow! That was quite the moment, when Tokwe and the others gathered around Khanyisa then 'escorted' her back to her new home with them ❤ Testament to all the care and love, and hard work put in by Adine and the fabulous HERD team, not just on Khanyisa but the whole Herd as well. Loved Tigere's calmly confident words as little Miss Pinky followed Tokwe and the ellies back to the canopy 😊 And Khanyisa certainly seemed very 'at home', even ready to play with sweet Timisa ❤🐘❤

  • @debrahouston2884
    @debrahouston2884 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I was wondering if Khanyisa would hesitate or simply walk toward the orphanage, but that last minute scare drew out several elephants to protect her, then they simply guided her to the canopy w/them...Wow! Such an AWESOME moment! 💞
    You could not have planned it better...
    Kamili! 👍💞🐘💞

  • @elizabethhoelscher4240
    @elizabethhoelscher4240 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    It is inevitable now that "no doubt," she is part of the HERD, as being surrounded by the trumpeting of the Elle for safety. Have you tried out the new Queen Size Mattress yet?🐘💖🤟

  • @marypalmer8648
    @marypalmer8648 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I know this was a hard but easy thing to do. Letting your baby go and grow. It's like when your baby gets there first home with out you. I know y'all are proud and excited .. the whole world has waited for this video. I for one thank you for sharing this next step in her journey .. it was heartwarming to this ... Thank you for all yall have done and continue to do for all of them.

  • @Buba417
    @Buba417 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    So amazing when they lead Khanyisa to the canopy. Beautiful image.
    Tokwe now has five girls. ❤️💕🥰
    I wonder how Khanyisa and Lundi’s relationship will develop from now on.

    • @dorothynelson8620
      @dorothynelson8620 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Tokwe bless your heart with five girls, my parents eight girls.

    • @bettyderoo5984
      @bettyderoo5984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lundi is right next to the fenche

  • @dixiee3554
    @dixiee3554 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    And there you have it. A very easy integration into the herd, with 100% acceptance. Like a puddle of water being lapped up by the ocean. So very beautiful! ❤

  • @debdew7125
    @debdew7125 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That was very reassuring! To see the herd protect their little 😇 Khanyish! Love 💙 and 🫂 hugs to Adine, Tich, Last and Tigere for caring for these gentle 🐘 giants.
    Take care 🌷💞🌺🍀💚🌻💛

  • @ToddDouglasFox
    @ToddDouglasFox ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Well, there we go again! I just downed a bottle of goat’s milk before watching this - appearing almost identical in style to Khanyisa! No sweet potatoes, grass or leaves though. I am only part ellie. Momentous day indeed. Thank you to Adine and the carers for being such good “mothers” to get this girl to the point she can now be a full time part of her herd. 🎃 🙏 🐘 ❤

  • @cattailer1077
    @cattailer1077 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow. Wow, wow! Remarkable! I'm overcome with emotions but so relieved to see how beautifully it has all come together, esp. for our beautiful baby girl😭💖. The Ellie's are so loving and selfless! I just love them 💖

  • @NikkiSoFar
    @NikkiSoFar ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I’ve been anxiously waiting for this video and I had a feeling I wasn’t going to be able to get through without crying. You’ve given a home to a beautiful family, Khanyisa and her elders at HERD are going to be okay. ❤😊🐘🙌🏾

  • @candidaprout560
    @candidaprout560 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Thanks for your help and support for all these precious lives. Thanks for your special care for khanisa ❤️. I still cannot watch her today not going to her beloved rooms. Almost cry. But that's the way I feel for all animals. Be happy forever khanisa ❤️. Hi lammie ❤️ hi numgu ❤️. Hi all of you 🍀

  • @janethope2452
    @janethope2452 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Here comes the gentle giant elephant, from a daily walk out in the bush.

  • @dewdan11dnd46
    @dewdan11dnd46 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    💞✨🌿🐘The Jabulani herd, instinctively supplied all the care and protection, necessary for a smooth transition into their homestead.
    My heart was in my mouth initially then, the trumpeting and fully enfolded and harmonising, whilst they eat their supper and settle in together for the night. 🐘
    💙WOW!🎉❤
    🤩💕Adine, Tigere and all at HERD members, this was wonderfully planned and orchestrated, knowing the Jabulani herd would be as proactively ready to absorb their pinky, ray of sunshine into the family, fully. We appreciate you each day 🥰💝

  • @isabelleonuribe259
    @isabelleonuribe259 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I almost die! The unexpected commotion! Good Lord! Now, she's got a real family! Thanks to your marevellous equipment! From Morelia, Michoacán, México. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!

  • @annepearson1551
    @annepearson1551 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Unbelievable!! I was so moved when Adine and everyone backed out to let the herd figure this out on their own without interference...they immediately took Khanyisa back to the stables with them.. WOW!!!! I'm so impressed with the instinct that these care takers have!!! Bless you all for this triumphant stage.