Elephant crushes windscreen of car in Kruger National Park

Kruger National Park, renowned for its stunning wildlife and natural beauty, is a sanctuary for some of the world's most magnificent creatures.

Read more: Free entrance to the world-renowned Kruger National Park

Recently, a video surfaced capturing a rare and powerful moment when an elephant met a vehicle. 

This incident serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of respecting wildlife and their natural habitat. 

Here's the video of the incident which went viral:

Elephants are highly intelligent, social creatures known for their remarkable memory and emotional intelligence.

They form tight-knit family units led by a matriarch, and they communicate using a complex system of vocalisations, body language, and infrasound.

When an elephant displays defensive or aggressive behaviour, it's often a response to feeling threatened or cornered.

Read more: Push to free chained elephants at Hanoi zoo 

It's important to remember that these incidents are exceedingly rare and usually occur when humans unknowingly intrude on an elephant's personal space, causing them to feel threatened.

Read more: An elephant experience like no other

Darren Maule, the co-host of East Coast Breakfast, wanted to give you a couple of pointers to ensure you stay safe and respect the world around you when on safari:

• Maintain safe distances 
• Observe quietly
• Stay in designated areas 
• No feeding or provoking 
• Be mindful of flash photography 
• Educate yourself
• Do not get out of your vehicle

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Main image attribution: Pexels/ Wolfgang Schlaifer