A news reporter covering a serious story on elephant conservation got more than he bargained for when a playful baby elephant decided to crash his live broadcast. The adorable encounter has since gone viral, garnering millions of views and warming hearts across the internet.
Watch the video below and see the adorable interaction for yourself!
In the video, the reporter valiantly attempts to maintain professionalism while a curious baby elephant playfully investigates him. Finally, the elephant’s trunk finds the reporter’s face, resulting in an infectious outburst of laughter that the reporter can no longer contain.
The video has been flooded with comments praising the reporter’s professionalism and the elephant’s adorable antics. Here’s what some are saying:
@procastination_is_my_passi4182: “I think the elephant is trying to find this guy’s nose/trunk as a sign of friendliness and affection”
@Readasaur: “This reporter is a true professional; he held out for an admirable amount of time against a curious snootle”
@margaretbarger1637: “How adorable and I love the reporters laugh at the end when he could no longer keep his composure. This made my day!!!!!!”
The heartwarming video highlights not only the playful nature of elephants but also the importance of their conservation – the very message the reporter was trying to convey