Nat Geo photographer amivitale found these orphaned baby elephants frolicking in a mud hole at Reteti Elephant Sanctuary (r.e.s.c.u.e) in northern Kenya. Not only is it good fun, but a coating of soil helps protect sensitive elephant skin by acting as both sunscreen and insect repellent. r.e.s.c.u.e is the first ever community-owned elephant sanctuary in Africa. This oasis where orphans grow up, learning to be wild so that one day they can rejoin their herds, is a story as much about the elephants as it is about all of humanity. Follow amivitale and r.e.s.c.u.e to learn more, including how to get involved. conservationorg kenyawildlifeservice sandiegozoo tusk_org thephotosociety #protectelephants #elephants #stoppoaching #kenya #conservation