This video, taken at the Keriega Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, is a symphony of trumpeting and playful snorts, as a thirsty family of elephants stops to enjoy a drink at a small pool of muddy water. For this playful herd, an excess of rain meant more than just relief from the heat; it was a celebration! These elephants savour every drop of the unexpected watery haven, enjoying the simple pleasure found in a sun-dappled puddle.
