Elephant spotted between rocks
by Flees Photos
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Elephant spotted between rocks
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Flees Photos
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Photograph - Home Decor And Giclee Wall Art By Chris Flees
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This African Elephant was spotted between several large rocks wandering in a field.
interesting facts about elephants:
Elephants are the largest land animals on Earth. They can weigh up to 12,000 pounds (5,400 kilograms) and stand up to 13 feet (4 meters) tall at the shoulder.
There are two species of elephants: the African elephant and the Asian elephant. The African elephant is larger and has larger ears compared to the Asian elephant.
Elephants are highly intelligent animals. They have the largest brains of any land mammal and exhibit a wide range of complex behaviors, including problem-solving, tool use, and showing empathy.
Both male and female elephants have tusks. Tusks are actually elongated incisor teeth and can grow up to 10 feet (3 meters) long in some male African elephants. Tusks are used for digging, foraging, and fighting.
Elephants are herbivores and have a plant-based diet. They spend a significant portion of their day eating, consuming up to 300 pounds (136 kilograms) of food per day, mainly consisting of grasses, leaves, bark, and fruits.
Elephants are social animals and live in matriarchal herds led by the oldest and most experienced female, called the matriarch. The herds can consist of related females and their offspring.
Elephants have a long gestation period of about 22 months, which is the longest of any land mammal. Calves are born weighing around 200 pounds (91 kilograms) and can stand on their own shortly after birth.
Elephants have a remarkable memory and can recognize and remember individuals, even after long periods of separation. They also have been observed mourning the death of their fellow elephants.
Elephants are excellent swimmers and can use their trunk as a snorkel while submerged in deep water. They also use their trunks for various tasks, including breathing, drinking, grabbing food, and communicating.
Elephants play a crucial role in their ecosystems as "ecosystem engineers." They help maintain the balance of their habitats by creating water holes, clearing paths, and spreading seeds through their dung.
These fascinating creatures are truly remarkable and hold a special place in the natural world.
This African Elephant image is © Flees Photos all rights reserved
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March 10th, 2014
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