An adorable video has emerged from the UK of a toddler's innocent reaction when she sees her own shadow for the first time.

The footage, captured on Thursday, shows one-year-old Kayla observing her shadow 'following' her and lifting her skirt up to see if it copies her.

''Our 18 month old daughter notices her shadow for the first time on a sunny spring morning,'' the filmer later wrote online.

''This video captures the innocence of childhood, a true first experience encapsulating one the wonders of life,'' she added.

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