India, Aug. 31 -- Elephants are often described as gentle giants, admired for their intelligence and close social bonds, and their playful side is just as captivating. A recent video shared on Instagram by the page Elephant Nature Park beautifully captured this lighter mood. It features two elephants joyfully splashing in a muddy puddle, as gentle rainfall and rolling green hills create a stunning backdrop.

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The short clip shows the elephants thoroughly enjoying themselves, flapping their ears and splashing mud with cheerful energy.

Take a look here at the clip:

The video was accompanied by a caption that read, "The exuberant playfulness of our but...