Do Elephants Grieve?

Researchers have often seen elephants behave in unusual ways around elephants that have died.

They may stop, touch the body gently with their trunks and feet, and stay nearby for some time.

Some elephants have been seen returning to the same spot, or showing interest in the bones of other elephants.

Scientists are careful about saying exactly what elephants feel. But these behaviors suggest elephants form deep bonds that don't simply disappear.