An Elephant Who Knows To Play Harmonica

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Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 16:47

And this is no kidding. It's been official that an elephant in West Midlands Safari Park knows how to play the harmonica.

The elephant, named Five, took up the hobby after a silver harmonica was accidentally left on the side of his enclosure. And now the animal regularly places the instrument into her trunk and plays it to the wonder of the keepers.

On this, The Telegraph quotes the spokeswoman from the park, as saying: "It is very unusual for animals to actually get a sense of playing a tune." She adds: "But she kept going with it, hitting a few notes before realising what it did. Five was making tunes within a few weeks- it really is amazing."

Director of Wildlife at the Park Bob Lawrence, where Five presently resides mentioned that it was amazing to witness such unusual habits in the elephants. He said: "They love to spend time eating, strolling around and investigating their surroundings. It was amazing when Five picked up the harmonica and started to play it - both female elephants really love music."

Five's musical acquaintance has also helped other animals in the park to spend some time in the leisure. "Five keeps the other elephants amused with the tunes and she plays it for a few minutes or so before going off to do something else. I just can't wait to see what they are going to come up with next," concludes Lawrence.

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