These impressive animals don't give their feet that much of a break. Elephants only let their trunks hit the ground for about four to six hours of rest a night. Elephants also indulge in brief naps while standing, but can only hold it together for 15 minutes at a time. (National Zoo)
I have goats and it is not uncommon for a youngster to be asleep and fail to arouse when the herd moves off after I turn them loose from their pen (I typically make noise doing this and the herd is noisy in anticipation of being turned loose or getting fed). When it does wake up it begins bleating in a panic for its herd mates/nanny which are often out of sight. I have seen a goat up to about 6 mo. old do this. This is my experience.
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I have goats and it is not uncommon for a youngster to be asleep and fail to arouse when the herd moves off after I turn them loose from their pen (I typically make noise doing this and the herd is noisy in anticipation of being turned loose or getting fed). When it does wake up it begins bleating in a panic for its herd mates/nanny which are often out of sight. I have seen a goat up to about 6 mo. old do this. This is my experience.
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