Well well, the classic tale of David and Goliath, pachyderm edition. Are elephants afraid of mice? Well, let’s just say that if elephants had a list of irrational fears, mice would probably be right up there with “tiny umbrellas” and “the sound of a kazoo.” It’s a myth that has persisted through generations, perpetuated by cartoons and well-meaning but misinformed individuals. In reality, elephants are majestic creatures with a keen sense of their surroundings. They’re more likely to be curious about a tiny creature scurrying around than frightened. So, to answer your question, no, elephants are not afraid of mice. They might be intrigued or indifferent, but the only thing they fear is running out of peanuts.