The "Buffalo" Elephant

She has a broken tusks. 

This elephant known as "Inzou" (meaning Elephant) runs with the Buffalo. She joined them when she was two years old and is now 45 years old. She thinks she is a Buffalo and the guide suggested that we should bring a big mirror for her to look into and then maybe she would register that she is an Elephant. I think she would break the mirror in fright and would not care less. She is the matriarch of the Buffalo's and kills anyone of them that may challenge her. Rumour has it that she has killed 14 male Buffalo within the herd.  On a previous visit to this lodge I had the privilege of feeding  Inzou and she was very gentle.

Running towards us for their food. 

Eating peacefully on this very hot day.

                                        Giving us a wave goodbye - well that is what I like to think!