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PILANESBERG, SOUTH AFRICA – UNDATED: An elephant relieves an itch on a small car in the Pilanesberg National Park, South Africa

SOMETIMES you have an itch you just have to scratch – in this elephant’s case on a conveniently nearby car. The VW Polo and its two terrified occupants found themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time as the giant ellie stooped down to rub itself against the vehicle’s roof and bonnet. The incredible images were taken by Armand Grobler, 21, a field guide and lodge manager, in Pilanesburg National Park, South Africa. The two passengers were shaken up, but escaped without injury – although the same could not be said for their car. But after giving itself a good scratch, the elephant continued on it?s way itch free.

PHOTOGRAPH BY Armand Grobler / Barcroft Media

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