Elephant goes crashing at Belarus circus

A crowd watching an animal circus in Belarus got more than they bargained for when an elephant almost went crashing into the first row.

A video released to social media yesterday shows the huge animal balancing on three stools before it loses its balance and comes toppling to the ground, the Mirror reported.

With its legs in the air it crashes against the barricade, between first row and the ring, metres from what would have been some serious injuries.

Another elephant immediately rushes to its fallen friend’s aid, showing the amazing bond that elephants share with each other, particularly females.