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Giraffe and Elephant Battle Over Water Stuns Wildlife Experts

Last updated: August 6, 2025 11:34 am
Oliver James
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Elephants and giraffes are relatively peaceful animals. They rarely fight and are often seen in videos behaving non-confrontationally toward humans and other animals. So when this video, by Latest Sighting of a giraffe and elephant fighting, was shown, it surprised viewers greatly! Read on to learn why they are fighting and whether this is truly a common occurrence.

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Giraffes and elephants typically coexist peacefully, and they often share watering holes.

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Giraffes and elephants typically coexist peacefully, and they often share watering holes.

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Giraffes and elephants typically coexist peacefully, and they often share watering holes.

©Sonse / CC BY 2.0 – Original / License

Do Elephants and Giraffes Fight?

Historically speaking, elephants and giraffes coexist peacefully in savannahs and woodlands and are not natural enemies. Both animals are generally non-confrontational, largely due to their physical differences. They are not competitors in the traditional sense, as they do not compete for the same resources most of the time. Giraffes eat the leaves of tall trees, while elephants feed on plants lower to the ground. This means that water is the primary resource they share, which can sometimes lead to disputes. Elephants are thought to be more possessive of their surroundings, especially watering holes they rely on. Giraffes are generally non-confrontational, so they will often choose to go elsewhere. However, when water is scarce, as it appears to be in the video, the two might fight for primary access to it.

The elephant in the video is displaying dominance and is not attacking out of aggression. Elephants’ tusks are extremely strong in fights and are used in a multitude of ways. Tusks can pierce other animals, such as the giraffe in the video, causing significant injury. Tusks also help elephants lift and toss other animals, which can be fatal if done with enough force. While great in combat, they also serve practical purposes. Tusks can be used for foraging, such as stripping bark from trees and clearing dense vegetation, and even for communication. For example, tusks can serve as a visual signal to express strength and superiority during mating. So, while giraffes and elephants typically get along well, rare circumstances may cause tension between the two.

The post Giraffe and Elephant Battle Over Water Stuns Wildlife Experts appeared first on A-Z Animals.

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