Remember to watch adorable videos for World Elephant Day

It's World Elephant Day! Launched in 2012 by elephant advocates, the day aims to raise awareness about issues impacting elephant populations, such as habitat loss and poaching. In honor of the day, here are a few of Paste BN's favorite elephant videos:

Bubbles, a rescued elephant, and Bella, a dog, swim and play together in Myrtle Beach, S.C.

Best buddies: Elephant and dog swim and splash

Bella and Bubbles are an unlikely pair for best friends. A rescued elephant and a dog are best buddies who love to swim and play together. For more go to www.myrtlebeachsafari.com

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A baby elephant in the Oregon zoo meets her big brother for the first time.

Baby elephant meets big brother for first time

At the Oregon Zoo a baby elephant meets her big brother Samudra for the first time.

Starting a water polo team? Consider asking Beco, a 5-year-old elephant at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, to join you. He's got some impressive moves.

This elephant has some tricks up his trunk

Beco, a 5-year-old elephant at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, romps around and shows off some cool tricks.

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