Elephants exhibit social learning within their herds through various behaviors such as observing and mimicking the actions of older or more experienced individuals. They learn important skills like finding food, navigating their environment, and communicating with other elephants through observation and imitation. Young elephants also learn social behaviors, like communication signals and interactions, by observing and interacting with other members of their herd. This social learning helps elephants adapt to their environment and ensures the transmission of knowledge and culture within the herd.