This morning, a 5.2 magnitude earthquake struck Southern California, and the elephants at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park displayed remarkable behavior.

The elephants named Ndlula, Zuli, Mkhaya, Umngani, and Khosi formed a known 'warning circle' to protect their herd as they sensed the effects of the earthquake. This behavior is an example of an ancient defense mechanism that animals use to quickly gather and defend each other against perceived threats.

This extraordinary response from the elephants showcases how they can organize during natural disasters and how sensitive they are to environmental dangers. Officials at the San Diego Safari Park confirmed that the animals were in good health after the earthquake.

The incident gained significant attention on social media, and the elephants' organized and protective behavior was interpreted as a 'natural early warning system.'