What do baby elephants get abandoned by their herds?

Baby elephants may get abandoned by their herds due to various reasons, including illness, injury, or the mother's inability to care for them, especially if she is compromised or in distress. Additionally, if a calf falls behind during migration or encounters danger, the herd may move on without it. In some cases, human activities such as poaching or habitat destruction can disrupt herd dynamics, leading to separation. Abandoned calves often struggle to survive without the protection and social structure provided by their herds.