How do elephants show empathy for other dying elephants?

Elephants display empathy for dying companions through behaviors such as touching, vocalizing, and even mourning rituals. They may approach the dying elephant, gently caressing it with their trunks, and stand nearby, showing signs of distress. Additionally, elephants have been observed to return to the bones of deceased herd members, lingering at the site and exhibiting signs of grief, which suggests a deep emotional connection and understanding of loss within their social structure.