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1969: A Weak Elephant Separates from Herd While Trying to Drink Water in Kenya

1969: A Weak Elephant Separates from Herd While Trying to Drink Water in Kenya

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  • Year1969
  • Decade1960s
  • LocationKenya
  • Duration16s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $199 USD

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A Weak Elephant Separates from Herd While Trying to... — Clip Details

Vintage 1969 Super 8 footage from Kenya captures a poignant moment at a watering hole where elephants gather in the morning. One elephant, visibly weakened by poor health, separates from the herd while attempting to drink. The scene shows the animal struggling to reach water, highlighting its exhaustion and thirst. This rare archival clip offers a raw, emotional glimpse into wildlife behavior and environmental challenges in late 1960s Africa. The film’s grainy texture and natural lighting reflect authentic home movie quality, making it ideal for documentaries, historical content, or nature-focused storytelling.

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Duration
16s
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from $199 USD
Clip ID
70175461

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Date
1969 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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Location
Kenya Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
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