An elephant calf is a young elephant, typically born after a gestation period of about 22 months, making it one of the longest gestation periods of any mammal. These adorable creatures are born with a weight of around 220 pounds and can stand up within an hour of birth, showcasing their remarkable strength and resilience.

Elephant calves are born with a soft, brownish-grey skin that becomes thicker and darker as they grow. They have large ears that help to regulate their body temperature and are proportionally larger than those of adult elephants.

Calves are known for their playful and curious nature. They spend much of their early life exploring their surroundings, learning from their mother and other members of the herd.

Elephant calves nurse from their mothers, consuming a diet rich in nutrients that helps them grow rapidly. They will continue to nurse for several years, gradually transitioning to a diet of vegetation.

Elephants are highly social animals, and calves are no exception. They are raised within the context of the herd, learning important social and survival skills from their family members.

For today's drawing tutorial, let's learn how to draw a baby elephant. It is sitting on the ground, looking into the distance, as if its mom has been away for too long, making it a little bit miss and worried. If you like it, try to draw it out!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Baby Elephant PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Preschoolers and kids of all ages

TIME NEEDED:

About 0.5 hour

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Baby Elephant Step by Step

Step 1 Outline the head of this baby elephant.

Step 2 Draw this baby elephant's trunk and tusk.

Step 3 Draw this baby elephant's pretty eyes.

Step 4 Draw the big ears of this baby elephant.

Step 5 Draw the front limbs of this baby elephant.

Step 6 Draw this baby elephant's feet.

Step 7 Draw the back legs of this baby elephant.

Step 8 Draw this baby elephant's tail.

Step 9 Color this simple baby elephant.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a baby elephant yet?