Fantastic Footage of Animals Frolicking in Snow
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While they may seem out of their element, as these pictures show, Mother Nature’s wild and domestic creatures alike love to frolic in snow.
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Deep in the backwoods of Rockton, a project was underway — it began with a small clump of snow. Encouraged by their trainers at the African Lion Safari — 1/2 hour outside of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada — these ‘packaderms’ have resolved to roll with it.
Unlikely as it is that this creation will end up at an ice or snow sculpture exhibit, these elephant-sized snowballs are symbolic of a surprising reality — animals love snow.
These creatures know how to have a good time. Even at 4,000 pounds (1,818 kilos), this elephant is known for getting down on the ground and making her own version of a snow angel and having a ball.
The African Safari was founded by a retired Canadian Army colonel, opening its doors to the public in 1969 — nearly 40 years ago. From 1985, the Safari made a concentrated effort to breed Asian elephants.
The animals have been born here, so the elephants can remain outside for about 4 hours on a warm sunny winter’s day, as they’ve been acclimatized very well. They have a large campground forested area and go for hikes throughout the day.
An appreciation for a good old-fashioned Canadian winter is shared by other animals strolling the property of the African Safari. There are temperature restrictions for each species, and heated buildings provide shelter to all herds during extreme conditions.
The cheetah is well-known as the fastest animal on earth. But these cats step with trepidation in the freshly formed snow drifts. Much like our domesticated pets, these felines prefer a well-shoveled walkway. And just like our Canadian cats, they grow a heavier coat come winter. They as well have heated facilities, so if they’re not comfortable they can remain inside to stay warm.
Under clear blue skies, these rolling hills reveal winter at its best, but off in the wooded brush, there’s a hint of spring in the air — the Safari’s first mouflon lamb of 2008, and a sure sign this latest snowfall will soon be nothing more than a memory.
Elephant Sized Snowballs
Off in a distant winter wonderland, the fox — with its keen ears — pinpoints its prey. And when it strikes, it strikes with staggering style.
Fox Snow Hunt
Dog Snow Plow
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I really enjoyed the images of the elephants playing in the snow! They definitely put a smile on my face today.
very cool pictures
I recently came accross your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I dont know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog.
Great to hear they helped to make your day, Jenna
Glad you enjoyed them, Nascar
Thanks Music, I’m happy to hear you’ve been reading and anjoying the site. Thanks for taking the time to comment
Deb, my wife and our two boys got a kick out of the video — we had no idea that African animals could acclimate so well. What fun to see a pack of elephants frolicking in the snow and getting down to make snow angels. We enjoy your site — especially the nature footage!
Glad you all enjoyed it Matt
And your kind words mean a lot, coming from you 
The elephants making snowballs are great. That’s the biggest snowball I’ve ever seen.
I think you’re right Cozmo, I’ve never seen a snowball as large as these ‘elephant-sized’ ones myself
I love also animals a lot – especially dogs
– and the cheetah pictures are just awesome.
Thanks
Thanks, glad you enjoyed them, Mark
Animals get too fired up in the snow. someone calm them down. lol
Hehe, they are having a good time, Cohnsey
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wow, the elephants look so out of place in the snow. I couldn’t imagine any of the animals here in Rincon Puerto Rico rolling around in the snow!
Indeed, Stefan, they’re very much out of their standard environment, but they sure seem to have adapted well
These are amazing pictures.!!!
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Enjoyed the elaphant pics. Out here in Thailand the elephants have to put up with searing heat – still they are thick skinned.