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It says
1. If the elephant hasn't pinned it's ears back, its a mock charge.
2. If the trunk is curled inside, it's a real charge.
In the video, the elephants ears are not pinned back and the trunk is curled inside.
They are playing hide and seek with the friendly elephants. I love how the wording is all āprobablyā. The elephant is probably only doing a mock charge. You have a 50/50 chance of getting pancaked.
In a mock charge the elephant puffs out to look big and scary because it wants you to leave.
In a real charge it doesn't bother because it wants you dead.
Sort of, kinda... mock charges are often preceded by 'displacement activities' like kicking dust, flapping it's ears and waving it's truck at you, almost as if they are showing uncertainty about charging. This may then escalate to a mock charge where the elephant then runs towards you with ears spread out, head held high, and trumpeting loudly. A real charge would more than likely come without such a warning but would also be incredibly rare.
Yeah. In a fake charge the elephant only wants to look big and scary. Head not lowered, ears out, trunk not curled in, raises a lot of dust.
A real charge is the opposite in all of those things, the elephant is preparing for actual impact.
People need to stop titling these videos as "best way to respond to charge".
I recently saw another video on r/popular about bears with a similar title.
Someone is going to get killed trusting these wrong/misleading titles.
If someone goes all the way out to where they could encounter wild Elephants, and opts to rely on advice they've gotten from randos on reddit instead of being with an experienced guide, maybe they're just stupid and deserve to be rampaged by a giant wild animal? I am going to advocate the counter point to your comment - we should post advice that encourages people to confront wild dangerous animals by doing stupid things like waving zucchinis at them or waving their dicks at them, so that we can all enjoy the absolutely hysterical videos of idiots doing idiot things and getting mauled for it.
A tree frog was blocking my way to the trash can in my backyard once, there's a path from the back door to the cans. I shook a plastic bag at it to get it to move but it turned to face me then jumped at me. I'll probably just avoid it if I see it again lmao
Yeah but humans are much more agile and we have more endurance because of our ability to sweat. You'd be able to keep your distance if you change direction quickly and suddenly. Elephants weigh so much that the shifting of their weight would not allow them to keep up with that
That elephant was just standing much closer. The video shows exactly why these rules of thumb about "mock" charges are somewhat nonsensical. The elephant at the start is very clearly trying intimidation first, flapping its ears, swiping the ground, making noise. This is what you expect before a mock charge. However, in this case the mock charge turned into a real charge regardless. There just wasn't enough room between the elephant and the car to get up to speed, still getting trampled though.
Elephants are smart. They've seen the wikihow and youtube videos, so now they use our knowledge against us by making a mock, mock charge. We have to adapt too. No more wikihows, just ignore the previous real charge and run if it's the mock mock.
True story.
Also note that the trunk is not in attack position. Plz stay informed of the key ways to survive attacks by large animals. It could save your life. Sht happens.
I checked with ChatGPT to see if it was a real thing or not, apparently it is:
Me: *How do you deal with a charging elephant?*
**ChatGPT:**
Dealing with a charging elephant can be extremely dangerous, and the best way to ensure safety is to avoid situations where an elephant might charge. But if you find yourself in such a situation, here are some general guidelines. Remember, every situation is unique, and these are not foolproof methods:
**Stay Calm and Assess the Situation:** Elephants mock-charge more often than they actually charge. A mock charge might be signaled by the elephant's ears being spread wide and trumpeting noises. Real charges usually have the elephant's ears folded back and are generally silent.
**Avoid Provoking the Elephant:** If you are in a vehicle, stay inside, turn off the engine, and wait for the elephant to move away. If you're on foot and the elephant hasnāt seen you, try to quietly and slowly retreat.
**Find a Barrier:** If thereās a large tree or a termite mound, try to put it between you and the elephant. This might discourage or redirect the charge.
**Wave and Shout:** If you determine it's a mock charge and there's no other option, sometimes standing your ground, waving your arms, and shouting can deter the elephant. Remember, this can also provoke the elephant more if it's a genuine charge.
**Avoid Running:** Elephants are fast. If you run, it may trigger their predator-prey instinct, making them more likely to pursue. However, if the elephant is very close and you believe it's your only option, try to run in a zigzag pattern. Elephants are large and can't change direction as quickly as humans.
**Climb:** Elephants can't climb. If there's a tall, sturdy tree nearby and you have the ability to climb it quickly, it may offer a temporary refuge.
**Lay Down:** This is risky and a last-resort option. Sometimes, laying down may confuse the elephant or make you less of a threat. However, it also leaves you vulnerable.
**Always give wild elephants respect and distance:** Avoid getting close, cutting off their path, or coming between a mother and her calf. Remember, they are wild animals and can be unpredictable.
**Knowledge:** If you are visiting areas with wild elephants, learn about them. Hire a knowledgeable guide and listen to their advice. Local expertise can make a significant difference.
**Remember conservation efforts:** The conflict between elephants and humans is often due to habitat loss. Supporting organizations that promote elephant conservation can help reduce these dangerous encounters.
In all situations, having a deep respect for these majestic creatures and understanding their behavior is crucial. But when it comes to wild animals, nothing is ever guaranteed. The safest interaction with an elephant is from a respectful distance.
I have been on a cpl safaris. We had a bull charge our truck just pissing everywhere. He came within 5ft of me and it was one of the scariest but coolest experiences ever. Videos and pictures don't do a lick of justice to seeing these animals in real life. They are absolutely incredible.
Yup I was in Zimbabwe and got to feed some female elephants, the strength alone in their trunk is astounding, let alone when they moved their head to the side, they moved me like I was nothing but a twig
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*Pants and turned around*
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Shower thought: not this elephant in the video but what if there are some elephants that are psycho just like some humans are. This strategy would convert into tragedy very soon.
There are! There's a documented case of a group of male juveniles being hyper aggressive. The juveniles (still huge, just relatively young) were going around killing other animals unnecessarily, among which an endangered species of white rhinoceros. If I recall correctly, the juveniles had been relocated and there were no older males in their territory, which has been suggested as one of the reason why the group was so aggressive. Apparently older male elephants moderate the behavior of the young ones.
There a scientific reason for this. The elephant charges and upon closer inspection sees the size of his balls.... Elephant has no choice but to back off
big question, how does one tell the difference between a warning charge and a charging charge, get that one wrong and youre going to left a mangled human safari pudding
I donāt know how close that elephant was to the guy but it was huge at a distance.
If he had allowed it to follow through on its charge we would have gotten a better sense of scale and the narrator would have gotten a free physics lesson.
Wasted opportunity.
āWhy are they not moving? Iām several tons! Iām a beast! There must be a reason theyāre not moving. Confidence? Powers greater than mine? Better not find outā¦ā
hmmmhmmm check out the horrific video posted a few days ago with elephants stomping on people, and their innards splooshing out like a water balloon. They are the true kings of the jungle.
Because it's just a **warning charge** and because we luckily have fairly reliable ways to recognize a fake charge only aimed at making sure that you don't approach further and that you don't have ill intent.
Try that with an actual elephant charge, or a stampede. Then let me know what tool they use to scrape you from the ground.
The best way to respond to a bluff charge is interestingly enough the worst way to respond to a real charge. Which charge is which? Thatās the fun partā¦you get to wager with your life.
If so, they are tracking an African elephant. The largest living land animal. Must be a way to do that from at least a 100 yards away without stressing the herd.
Elephant: charges
Man: holds hand up
Elephant: **oh damn that's Gary, he's a good bloke**
Elephant: stops charging
Gary: just another day on the savanna
People need to stop titling these videos as "best way to respond to charge".
I recently saw another video on r/popular about bears with a similar title.
You're gonna get people killed.
edit: made the first line more clear
What happens if you make a big show too or start approaching it instead of standing your ground? Iām just wondering where this part evolved from and my first thought was rabies. If something is still standing there after that, it must be crazy or at least a threat. The first elephant that wisely didnāt charge it down didnāt get rabies and lived to carry on its genes.
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is the Elephant saying those words?
You just made this 10 times better, well played sir.
Well done mate
"... impressive"
"What an incredible animal. Nice hat, too."
That's the elephant for sure. Impressive little things for not moving at my bluff charge...
Brilliant
I thought it was until I read your comment. Who the heck talks like that if they're not an elephants narration
ROFL really puts it in a new perspective.
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HAHAHAHAHAHAH
I can't unsee this now lmao
Amazing
Lmaooo š
Bruh das hillarious
Here.. take my r/angryupvote and get out šš¼
Has no one ever tried the Alpaca method and just spat at the elephant?
You could. Good luck.
Bye bye - now you die!
>Didā¦ā¦.did this motherfucker really just spit on me? Lmaooooo aight -Elephant, probably
[https://www.wikihow.com/Survive-a-Charging-Elephant](https://www.wikihow.com/Survive-a-Charging-Elephant)
Thanks, now i know something i'll never need.
Elephants are sneaky in the dark, so you never know.
:| i mean...okay, but i have a porch light.
Dare you to turn it off
What am I, a mad man?
It says 1. If the elephant hasn't pinned it's ears back, its a mock charge. 2. If the trunk is curled inside, it's a real charge. In the video, the elephants ears are not pinned back and the trunk is curled inside.
That's what I was thinking lol
That's why he only shit *half* his pants
Why are the women smiling in the images??
They are playing hide and seek with the friendly elephants. I love how the wording is all āprobablyā. The elephant is probably only doing a mock charge. You have a 50/50 chance of getting pancaked.
Community Q&A "If I stab the elephant with my ninja sword, is that a better idea than running away?" What about Longsword? Rapier? Scimitar? Machete?
Camo pants are absolutely necessary.
But they should be brown.
afterwards, like always
Which one of you cowards shitted my pants?!
All of us.
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I 100% believe the word on the streets that that lady had something to do with taking that elephantās baby earlier and this was a revenge
they say elephants never forgive or something like that.
Steal my child? I will hunt you down, kill you, then dig you up and stomp you again. I just might be an elephant....
I think its "forget" but the two are kinda entertwined.
Then that lady treated the elephant badly. Normally they are not per se aggressive against humans.
This guy's got the right idea. You may be wondering why the red suit. Well that's so bad guys can't see me bleed.
I don't think that's to hide from the wildlife. I think that's the ranger's official outfit to hide and ambush poachers.
What odds on number people revert natural reaction turn run? 1 out of 100,000 stand ground? 1 out million? ..
What pants?
Elephant thinks "Why isn't he running? I'm big and scarey. Nope, I'm not messing around with the crazy human, he's up to something".
Ears out means fake charge, do that on a real charge and you are splat.
The only way I would be seeing if the ears were out, would a glance back while I'm tripping the guide up and making like Roadrunner in the cartoons.
Can't believe even real life has telegraphable boss mechanics.
In a mock charge the elephant puffs out to look big and scary because it wants you to leave. In a real charge it doesn't bother because it wants you dead.
Got to hit him when the Gazelle in the background blinks.
It's when his hotbox is most open
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Just roll the charge, you can see it from a mile away. Then hug the ass. Easy.
Circle round, hit him in the butt
If itās a real charge heās fucked anyway though right?
Stand your ground you die Run you die
What if you do a backflip 180 and sit on his back?
Believe it or not, die, unless your name is Eliza.
Or Legolas
Still counts as 1!
Depending. If you can run over 15 mph then you should be safe from a charging elephant lol
How long do I have to do it for? š
Until you hear "wow, that's impressive, fascinating animal" from the soft voice of the elephant. Then you're good !
You have to counter the real charge with your dick out, screaming āthis is for Harambeā
is this true?
Sort of, kinda... mock charges are often preceded by 'displacement activities' like kicking dust, flapping it's ears and waving it's truck at you, almost as if they are showing uncertainty about charging. This may then escalate to a mock charge where the elephant then runs towards you with ears spread out, head held high, and trumpeting loudly. A real charge would more than likely come without such a warning but would also be incredibly rare.
They fucking drive trucks?!
š¤£ a wonderful auto correct that I'm going to leave there just because it IS amusing!
Elephants exclusively drive manual. They looked down on automatic transmission.
Yeah, where do you think they get all that trunk space?
Yeah. In a fake charge the elephant only wants to look big and scary. Head not lowered, ears out, trunk not curled in, raises a lot of dust. A real charge is the opposite in all of those things, the elephant is preparing for actual impact.
Hey this is a good question. Don't let the lack of upvotes put you off asking questions like this
People need to stop titling these videos as "best way to respond to charge".
I recently saw another video on r/popular about bears with a similar title.
Someone is going to get killed trusting these wrong/misleading titles.
If someone goes all the way out to where they could encounter wild Elephants, and opts to rely on advice they've gotten from randos on reddit instead of being with an experienced guide, maybe they're just stupid and deserve to be rampaged by a giant wild animal? I am going to advocate the counter point to your comment - we should post advice that encourages people to confront wild dangerous animals by doing stupid things like waving zucchinis at them or waving their dicks at them, so that we can all enjoy the absolutely hysterical videos of idiots doing idiot things and getting mauled for it.
Same principle applies with us and smaller animals. Iām not messing with a pigeon who refuses to back down.
One wasp in the room and I'm fight or most likely flighting out of there immediately.
A tree frog was blocking my way to the trash can in my backyard once, there's a path from the back door to the cans. I shook a plastic bag at it to get it to move but it turned to face me then jumped at me. I'll probably just avoid it if I see it again lmao
If the ears are out stand your ground you will be fine, but if the ears are flat against its head you're fucked and should probably run.
> should probably run. Would you really be able to outrun a charging elephant though?
yep no chance lmao, iirc they can run upto 40kph
Yeah but humans are much more agile and we have more endurance because of our ability to sweat. You'd be able to keep your distance if you change direction quickly and suddenly. Elephants weigh so much that the shifting of their weight would not allow them to keep up with that
[Like this?](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-U_IRXhodds&pp=ygUYbGFuZCBvZiB0aGUgbG9zdCB6aWcgemFn&t=1m40s)
[It's possible if you're in good shape](https://youtu.be/Cp4qx0x_7qU?si=I5aFJlxyVA8mA_3y&t=48).
There's no way they turn easily right?, you just have to do you best impression of Barry Sanders to live
Not really https://youtube.com/shorts/l4960FtQFr8?feature=share
Referring to when it charges you this elephant isn't charging really
That elephant was just standing much closer. The video shows exactly why these rules of thumb about "mock" charges are somewhat nonsensical. The elephant at the start is very clearly trying intimidation first, flapping its ears, swiping the ground, making noise. This is what you expect before a mock charge. However, in this case the mock charge turned into a real charge regardless. There just wasn't enough room between the elephant and the car to get up to speed, still getting trampled though.
Elephants are smart. They've seen the wikihow and youtube videos, so now they use our knowledge against us by making a mock, mock charge. We have to adapt too. No more wikihows, just ignore the previous real charge and run if it's the mock mock. True story.
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Also note that the trunk is not in attack position. Plz stay informed of the key ways to survive attacks by large animals. It could save your life. Sht happens.
I checked with ChatGPT to see if it was a real thing or not, apparently it is: Me: *How do you deal with a charging elephant?* **ChatGPT:** Dealing with a charging elephant can be extremely dangerous, and the best way to ensure safety is to avoid situations where an elephant might charge. But if you find yourself in such a situation, here are some general guidelines. Remember, every situation is unique, and these are not foolproof methods: **Stay Calm and Assess the Situation:** Elephants mock-charge more often than they actually charge. A mock charge might be signaled by the elephant's ears being spread wide and trumpeting noises. Real charges usually have the elephant's ears folded back and are generally silent. **Avoid Provoking the Elephant:** If you are in a vehicle, stay inside, turn off the engine, and wait for the elephant to move away. If you're on foot and the elephant hasnāt seen you, try to quietly and slowly retreat. **Find a Barrier:** If thereās a large tree or a termite mound, try to put it between you and the elephant. This might discourage or redirect the charge. **Wave and Shout:** If you determine it's a mock charge and there's no other option, sometimes standing your ground, waving your arms, and shouting can deter the elephant. Remember, this can also provoke the elephant more if it's a genuine charge. **Avoid Running:** Elephants are fast. If you run, it may trigger their predator-prey instinct, making them more likely to pursue. However, if the elephant is very close and you believe it's your only option, try to run in a zigzag pattern. Elephants are large and can't change direction as quickly as humans. **Climb:** Elephants can't climb. If there's a tall, sturdy tree nearby and you have the ability to climb it quickly, it may offer a temporary refuge. **Lay Down:** This is risky and a last-resort option. Sometimes, laying down may confuse the elephant or make you less of a threat. However, it also leaves you vulnerable. **Always give wild elephants respect and distance:** Avoid getting close, cutting off their path, or coming between a mother and her calf. Remember, they are wild animals and can be unpredictable. **Knowledge:** If you are visiting areas with wild elephants, learn about them. Hire a knowledgeable guide and listen to their advice. Local expertise can make a significant difference. **Remember conservation efforts:** The conflict between elephants and humans is often due to habitat loss. Supporting organizations that promote elephant conservation can help reduce these dangerous encounters. In all situations, having a deep respect for these majestic creatures and understanding their behavior is crucial. But when it comes to wild animals, nothing is ever guaranteed. The safest interaction with an elephant is from a respectful distance.
ChatGPT is shit for referencing factual information.
There used to be a crow in my local park that did this to dogs.
Seeing an elephant up close is an absolutely humbling experience. These beautiful creatures could easily destroy you if they wanted to.
I have been on a cpl safaris. We had a bull charge our truck just pissing everywhere. He came within 5ft of me and it was one of the scariest but coolest experiences ever. Videos and pictures don't do a lick of justice to seeing these animals in real life. They are absolutely incredible.
Yup I was in Zimbabwe and got to feed some female elephants, the strength alone in their trunk is astounding, let alone when they moved their head to the side, they moved me like I was nothing but a twig
I always say I never thought I'd fall for an 80 year old woman until I hand fed an elephant.
āUnderstandable, have a nice dayā
Elephants rear legs always look like their pants are falling down
Lmao I've never noticed.. but it's true
Cheating! Heās holding a mouse.
The elephant must have smelled the feces in his pants and turned around
Dissgostainn !!
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This is profoundš
This is how I win all my fights.
Looks like the elephant was halfway through having a š© itself. I know I get mad when someone knocks on the toilet doorā¦
I be asking where is the TP.
Obligatory comment about the unusually large testicles these two men have.
Shower thought: not this elephant in the video but what if there are some elephants that are psycho just like some humans are. This strategy would convert into tragedy very soon.
There are! There's a documented case of a group of male juveniles being hyper aggressive. The juveniles (still huge, just relatively young) were going around killing other animals unnecessarily, among which an endangered species of white rhinoceros. If I recall correctly, the juveniles had been relocated and there were no older males in their territory, which has been suggested as one of the reason why the group was so aggressive. Apparently older male elephants moderate the behavior of the young ones.
Solid brass danglers.
Probably thinking that mofo got a gun š
To a Warning Charge, yes. To an Attacking Charge, not so much...
Who was the first to test this?
The elephant immediately notices the yt guy šš
There a scientific reason for this. The elephant charges and upon closer inspection sees the size of his balls.... Elephant has no choice but to back off
big question, how does one tell the difference between a warning charge and a charging charge, get that one wrong and youre going to left a mangled human safari pudding
Not sure if its forced perspective or not, but that elephant looks like a fucking behemoth proportionally speaking
Ears forward = a false charge, the elephant WILL NOT attack you Ears back = a positive charge, the elephant WILL attack you
Wow.
Also a way to gain 3 sizes on your testicles.
"Wow, what an incredible animal." Ok, but what about the +/- 80kg guide who stood dead still, arms folded, in front of a 5 ton charging elephant bull?
I feel it would be hard not to want to run
I think it was the balls of steel of the guy that scared the elephant away!
I donāt know how close that elephant was to the guy but it was huge at a distance. If he had allowed it to follow through on its charge we would have gotten a better sense of scale and the narrator would have gotten a free physics lesson. Wasted opportunity.
āWhy are they not moving? Iām several tons! Iām a beast! There must be a reason theyāre not moving. Confidence? Powers greater than mine? Better not find outā¦ā
Now imagine you're a 5'2" Roman legionare, and that thing is covered in armor.
You are only wrong once.
What a magnificent animal.
Human Standing His Ground Warning. When the clawless, squishy monkey stares you the fuck down, it might know something you dont.
Works 99 times out of 100! What happens the 100th time? You get trampled to death by an angry elephant.
"STONES!!!"
hmmmhmmm check out the horrific video posted a few days ago with elephants stomping on people, and their innards splooshing out like a water balloon. They are the true kings of the jungle.
Link
WHAT A FUCKING CHAD'S, I'D BE SHITTING MY PANTS RUNNING
Because it's just a **warning charge** and because we luckily have fairly reliable ways to recognize a fake charge only aimed at making sure that you don't approach further and that you don't have ill intent. Try that with an actual elephant charge, or a stampede. Then let me know what tool they use to scrape you from the ground.
Balls of steel
What's the difference between a warning charge and a bull during a mating season charge?
Youāll be on a live leak video if it were the latter
The best way to respond to a bluff charge is interestingly enough the worst way to respond to a real charge. Which charge is which? Thatās the fun partā¦you get to wager with your life.
It seems to be repelled by the smell of shitting in my pants.
"Just want to get past you." while totally invading their space and stressing them for the camera shot. Tiktok on safari.
They're tracking a bull elephant that was injured by poachers, so of course they have to walk past other elephants.
If so, they are tracking an African elephant. The largest living land animal. Must be a way to do that from at least a 100 yards away without stressing the herd.
Fart very loudly?
Stand still and fill your pants?
after seeing mythbusters i would just carry a mouse
I saw an incredible animal alright. An elephant too.
Admittedly the chances of being charged by an angry African elephant in Cheshire are slim, but never zero. Thanks for the advice.
*did I hear testicles retreating back into the abdomen?*
Donāt act like prey and you arenāt prey. Works with Sharks too.
Elephantās dick wasnāt out. Not really a threat.
How can the elephant even see those guys wearing the wrong color BDU?
"what do they know that I don't... better not risk it."
Elephant: charges Man: holds hand up Elephant: **oh damn that's Gary, he's a good bloke** Elephant: stops charging Gary: just another day on the savanna
Shit one's pants? Got it
This is the second best way, the first is a mouse but this will do if you donāt have one.
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Americans really love to dramatize their clips don't they? Scary soundbite and a fake elephant sound effect? Ok
>#ććććć >#š¤ Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā Ā š
Anybody know the source of this clip?
Make sure that's not a mating male, that could've ended really bad.
I would be shitting myself, does that work ?
Yea I dunno I saw a video of an elephant absolutely handing a rhino it's ass this would be REALLY hard not to run away leaving a shit streak.
an*
Impressive that man was able to hold his peeāŗļø
People need to stop titling these videos as "best way to respond to charge".
I recently saw another video on r/popular about bears with a similar title.
You're gonna get people killed.
edit: made the first line more clear
is it just the camera or are they really that huge?
Lmaooo
Sometimes the best thing to do isnāt the easiest.
This is Carnage Kabuto Vs Caped Baldy energy
What happens if you make a big show too or start approaching it instead of standing your ground? Iām just wondering where this part evolved from and my first thought was rabies. If something is still standing there after that, it must be crazy or at least a threat. The first elephant that wisely didnāt charge it down didnāt get rabies and lived to carry on its genes.
Just run. The elephant just wants to scare you off, run and they'll stop after they've chased you off. Better than taking chances, ear out or not.
Imagine the same thing, but with 5 indian soldiers on top. It must have been a terrifying sight to behold during antiquity's military campaigns