Did you know that elephant calves aren’t just raised by their mothers, but aunts and nannies too? Allomothers, female elephants that help care for calves that aren’t their own, play an important role in elephant society by comforting and teaching young while also helping reduce the burden on mothers.

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Did you know that elephant calves aren’t just raised by their mothers, but aunts and nannies too? Allomothers, female elephants that help care for calves that aren’t their own, play an important role in elephant society by comforting and teaching young while also helping reduce the burden on mothers. 🐘 Send this to someone who loves elephants! https://on.natgeo.com/BRWAEAN0514
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When elephant moms need help, nannies step in
Elephant caregivers play an important role in their society by comforting and teaching babies when mom is occupied.
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