Two magnificent elephant twin babies have made their debut at a game reserve in southeast South Africa. The adorable duo, whose names are yet to be announced, was spotted at the Pongola Game Reserve in Northern Kwa-Zulu Natal. They are being carefully looked after by their mother and the rest of the elephant herd. Twin elephant births are an uncommon occurrence, accounting for less than one percent of all elephant births. The last known set of twins in the area was born in 2006 to a cow in Kruger National Park.
Introducing the delightful twin baby elephants and their mother, Curve, who is 31 years old, residing in South Africa. It was Curve who gave birth to the twins, and it is believed that their father was Ingani, a 44-year-old elephant bull who passed away just a year ago. Even though their father is no longer present, the herd provides Curve with plenty of support in caring for her little ones.
The team at Pongola Game Reserve has yet to ascertain the genders of the twins, focusing instead on ensuring that Curve has the space she needs and that the twins are receiving the best possible care during nursing and feeding. According to elephant specialist Dr. Ian Whyte, who previously worked with the National Parks Board at Kruger National Park, there is a risk of one twin not surviving due to the increased demand for milk that the mother may struggle to meet for both calves.
Curve guides her twin calves to join a group of elephants at the watering hole, where they drink alongside another mother elephant and her babies.
Dodging the Camera: The twin siblings find safety by hiding behind their mom while exploring the Pongola Game Reserve in South Africa.
Time to Say Goodbye: The reserve staff leaves the twins and Curve alone to create a peaceful bond between them.
