Why elephant need a tail?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 8/18/2019

Because its so hot in their climate it attracts lots of flies and midges so it is used for swatting flies and midges. that is what most animals have a tail for : giraffes ,hippos, antelope and horses.

hope this helps

Wiki User

∙ 14y ago

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