Filmed in Botswana and featuring live-action footage of elephants, "Whispers" is the tale of a baby elephant's struggle to survive when his herd is attacked by "Takers" (poachers). As the Takers approach, Whispers' mother admonishes him to run as fast as he can, promising him that she will find him later. Whispers finds another herd led by Half-Tusk. Half-Tusk's sister, Groove, usually brings up the rear, ensuring that the ranks are safe, but when she gets tired of taking orders from her sister, Groove leaves the herd with Whispers underfoot. She becomes a reluctant mother figure, growing more and more attached to the youngster as they face constant danger from poachers and lions, as well as the lack of water that accompanies the dry season. "Whispers" is a heartfelt tale of the power of love, the importance of family and the strength of promises.