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Elephants
The largest land mammal on earth, elephants are divided into African Elephants and Asian Elephants. African Elephants have tusks and larger ears than Asian Elephants, and questions about all elephants should be asked in this category.
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How did the Elephant Man Joseph Merrick die?
Doctors have proven it was from suffocation, and also from a dislocated neck. As in the film, it has been scientifically proven he suffered abuse. He died because he wanted to be normal. He couldn't sleep normally because his illness would suffocate him, but he wanted to sleep like a normal child, so he essentially commited suicide. R.I.P John Merrick
Do elephants hibernate If yes how?
No, elephants do not hibernate. They are awake and active throughout the year. Only animals that live in the polar region hibernate and elephants live only in hot countries and in dense forests. So they don't have a need to hibernate.
Your fat friend elephant smells so bad what do you do?
It's important to be respectful and kind to others, regardless of their appearance or smell. You could politely suggest a solution, like taking a shower or washing their clothes. Remember, everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
Elepants can't jump it's as simple as that. No elephant whatever the age can physically jump.
No. Rhinos have horns. Elephants have tusks. Horns are made of keratin, the same thing that composes hair. Tusks are modified teeth.
Why people wear elephant hair bracelet?
African people wear these bracelets (aside from the fact that they look cool) as they believe elephants are the conduit between the heavens and earth. Each knot on the bracelet represents something such as earth etc.
The hair must be boiled after it is found (they don't hunt elephants for these any more) and after it cools it maintains its shape.
Does an elephant have a predator?
An adult elephant has no real predators. Lions may take a very small baby elephant, but the adults guard them very well to prevent this. Elephants are plant eaters so they do not prey on anything.
What can hear you without ears and can answer you without a mouth?
An echo can hear you without ears and can answer you without a mouth. It is defined as a sound or series of sounds caused by the reflection of sound waves from a surface back to the listener.
How far away can elephants hear?
The sound structure of elephants is very advanced. See, they can hear infrasound (i think it's called that) which is basically low rumbles that they can somehow send to each other. They can send them over long distances too, kind of like telephone calls. We can't hear them, by the way. Apparently African elephants can also detect the calls and foot stomps of other elephants through underground vibrations.
Elephants hear through their ears. Elephants ears have infrasound capabilities for long range communication.
How does the elephant protect itself from its enemies?
There are a number of things:
- They normally move as a herd, safety in numbers.
- The are large and the adult males normally have sizable pairs of tusks which they can use to chase or gorge an assailant; it can also use its trunk which is muscular and can simply swat away a small assailant.
- As they are large many animals will not even consider attacking them; although a pride of lions will often take down an old or injured elephant or a small juvenile.
- They have a very thick skin, which makes it hard for smaller animals to bit through or even take hold of.
- The trumpet very loudly.
When an elephant has its ears and trunk up and is running at you trumperting, most sane individuals with simply run!!
In most cases elephants will attack humans when they feel threatened, in particular if a person gets between a mother elephant and her baby.
They will also attack humans if they have been injured, particularly by hunters or if they have "gone rogue.
They will not think twice about charging a car or large truck!
it uses its trunk to wrap the enemies and use its tusk to charge at them chasing them.
Elephants usually walk in groups, and in this case predators like lions or tigers can do nothing against them. But when an elephant is alone, it is attacked by a group of lionesses and lions, in this case there is no chance for the elephant.
Elephants have really good hearing so they may move slowly but because of their hearing they can hear for kilometers when predetors or a storm is going to come that is how they proptect themselves.
Where would you find elephants?
Elephants are found in Africa and Asia, primarily in savannas, forests, and grasslands. They inhabit a variety of habitats ranging from dense rainforests to open plains. In Africa, elephants can be found in countries like Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, and Botswana, while in Asia, they are found in countries like India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Indonesia.
Are African elephant a umbrella species?
Yes, African elephants are considered an umbrella species. This means that by conserving their habitat and protecting them, many other species in the ecosystem benefit as well. The conservation efforts for African elephants often involve addressing broader conservation issues that benefit numerous other species in their ecosystem.
Elephant birds were omnivorous, feeding on a diet of vegetation, fruits, seeds, small animals, and insects. They were known to forage for food on the forest floor using their large, powerful beaks.
Do elephants die when their tusks get chopped?
No, elephants do not die when their tusks are chopped. However, the process of removing their tusks can be traumatic and painful for the elephant. It can also leave them vulnerable to infection and other health issues.
When do people eat elephant ears?
People typically eat elephant ears as a sweet treat at fairs, carnivals, and amusement parks. They are a popular fried dough pastry sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon, resembling the shape of an elephant's ear.
Are African Elephants the largest land mammals on Earth?
No, Whales are also mammals and considering a blue whale's tongue can weigh up to 2.7 tons (around the weight of an elephant) their overall weight is many times that of an elephant. However, if I'm not mistaken, elephants are the heaviest land mammals
What does an elephant taste like?
Elephant meat is not commonly consumed by humans, but it is reported to taste similar to beef or pork but with a gamier flavor. However, hunting elephants for their meat is illegal in many countries and is a practice that is discouraged due to conservation concerns.
Yes, many zoos around the world have elephants as part of their animal collection. Elephants are popular attractions due to their size, intelligence, and social behaviors. However, some organizations advocate for more ethical treatment and living conditions for elephants in captivity.
How does a baby elephant survive?
They survive by living in their herd/pod/group or what ever you would wish to call it but I call it a family, anyways the baby will live with it's mother and it's family drinking from its mother. If it is a baby male elephant though the mother will care for it until it can eat/drink on it's own then the family will kick it out because they do NOT tolerate male elephants and the male will live on it's own.
Ivory is a creamy white material that comes from the tusks of animals like elephants, walruses, or hippos. It has a smooth texture and may have slight variations in color due to age and how it was treated.
Is selling ivory in Canada illegal?
yes, selling ivory anywhere is illegal.
sorry but this is untrue
international trade was halted from 1989. Since then trade of ivories already within a given country has been generally permitted.
How do African elephants greet each other?
Touching is an important form of communication among elephants. Individuals greet each other by stroking or wrapping their trunks. Older elephants discipline younger elephants with trunk-slaps, kicks, and shoves!
How much hair do African Elephants have?
African elephants have sparse hair on their bodies, mainly on their heads, tails, and chin. The hair is typically coarse and bristly, and it helps with sensory functions such as detecting vibrations and temperature changes.
What level do you place an elephant in an energy pyramid?
Elephants are typically placed at the tertiary consumer level in an energy pyramid due to their position as top predators in their ecosystems. They primarily consume plants but may also scavenge on carcasses, which places them higher in the energy pyramid.
