In late February, a rare snowstorm transformed Oregon into a picturesque winter scene, blanketing even the Oregon Zoo in snow.
Among the zoo’s residents, the elephants were particularly enthralled by their first-ever encounter with snow, providing a heartwarming spectacle for everyone present.
Captivating photos show the little calf grimacing and reveling in the refreshing water as he gets sprayed.
Despite his young age, he thoroughly enjoys the cooling showers and can’t get enough.
The calf holds a special place at Melbourne Zoo as the younger brother of Mali, the zoo’s first elephant calf born in 2010.
While names like Nelson and Mandela have been suggested for the new arrival, he will likely be given a traditional Thai name.
When the baby elephant has had his fill of the cold water, he seeks refuge under the protective care of his mother, Dokkoon.
This charming behavior adds to his growing popularity and endears him even more to those who visit the zoo.
