A stray dog became the target of a wild elephant in Kalawewa National Park, Sri Lanka.

Footage from September 28 shows the elephant chase after the dog wandered through a field.

The pup managed to escape by hiding in the cover of nearby bushes.

The elephants in this region are known for straying from their corridors to look for food. They often chase after other animals.

A stray dog became the perfect target of a hungry elephant in Sri Lanka's North Central province on September 28. The incident took place in the Kalawewa National Park.

Visuals feature the giant jumbo strolling in the forest cover while a dog runs across the area in broad daylight. After a while, the elephant chases after the canine as it begins to wander in its proximity. Moreover, its herd, including calves, follow them around as the jumbo stops chasing down the pup after it manages to hide amid the bushes.

The elephants in the region are known for straying off their corridors to look for food. They often emerge in the clearing of the forest covers and chase after several animals, making the visitors familiar with such incidents.