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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 can you stop ivory hunting?

You can stop animals from being over hunted by restricting hunting seasons or imposing fines for hunting them. Creating conservation programs helps hunters better understand the risks these animals face.

Tusks of elephant?

Adult Male Elephants have the longest and largest tusks of all elephant species. The tusks grow around 18 cm every year. African Elephants have a much larger tusk than their Asian counterparts. They can grow to upto 3 meters in length. They can weigh around 90 kilograms or so. The asian elephant tusts are much smaller and weigh around 40 kilos. The Tusk is nothing but a teeth that has grown out of the skull. Just like a human teeth, it is made of calcium and other minerals. It is used as a display of size and strength and sometimes during fights or to bring down a tree while feeding. Females usually have a very small tusk or no tusk at all.

What are the Asian Elephants structural adaptations?

it has big ears to flap its self to cool down it also has tusks to protect themselves against predators such as lions hyenas and humans . elephants eat mostly leaves but will sometimes accidentely eat a fly or two

Do elephants eat bugs?

Yes if lions are starving they can even scavenge for bugs but it won't help them they have to eat meat to feel satisfied

How does an elephant living in the tropical rainforest adapt itself?

All animals have a instinct and/or organism that helps them adapt to their newly changed habitat. It's the evolution of everything all over again. How lions grew to have claws and climb on the rocky plains or how the birds grew wings to be able to fly and land on trees. Unfortunately elephants have not been observed to grow wings and fly or climb trees.

The metabolism of elephants is able to accommodate a wide range of temperatures and humidity, like all mammals. An elephant can vary its diet and activities to ensure that it has the correct nutrients for the conditions. In rainforests cooling by swimming and waving ears is important. Domesticated elephants may also have a better chance of survival in extreme conditions.

What was the speed of an elephant that runs 50 kilometer an hour?

Elephants can run at a maximum speed of around 40 km/h (25 mph) for short distances. Running at 50 km/h would be faster than their typical top speed.

Is the Asian Elephant endangered?

Yes, the Asian Elephant is endangered.

The primary causes are:

  • Habitat loss, as humans deforest trees that they rely on for shade and protection
  • Humans burning lands that they need for foraging so they can use them for human development such as agriculture
  • Illegal poaching by humans for ivory

The Asian Elephant is a very temperamental but caring species. They will often wander through crops simply because the land they're grown on used to be theirs before humans stole it from them - this causes some farmers to attack the elephants and kill them. Illegally of course.

How do elehants look?

Well most Elephants are Grey with 4 legs, a trunk and a tail with a furry bit at the end, but some people say there is such thing as a purple elephant (how wierd is that).

Do elephants eat J-ello?

Firstly, Jello is not a natural food, so elephants would never encounter it in the wild. Secondly, Jello is made from gelatin, which comes from bones and connective tissue of animals. Elephants are strict herbivores, so they would not be able to safely eat Jello.

Do elephants have ears?

One important reason for elephants flapping their ears is to regulate their body temperature. Elephant ears have an extensive network of blood vessels all over them. When it is hot they flap their ears which cause air to move across them. This in turn cools the surface blood vessels; this cooler blood then circulates around the elephant's body. The temperature of the blood passing through the ears can be reduced by as much as ten degrees Fahrenheit before being returned to the body. Elephants that originated in warmer climates have bigger ears then those that belong in cooler conditions.

They are also used as a display of aggression to make the elephant look bigger in an effort to intimidate predators or rivals. It is also theorised that they are used to fan a scent produced by the musth gland (which is just behind the eyes)

What is an elephant dude?

An elephant dude is a type of of hair on the rear or butt of the elephant

Is my parents didn't steel an elephant a real book?

No, "My Parents Didn't Steal an Elephant" is not a real book.

How long does an pregnancy last in an elephant?

When a female is in heat, her scent attract males (bulls) who court and mate with the female. After the mating, the males move off and the females take care of raising the youngster. Only the strong & large adult bull elephants get to mate with females.

They mate once every 3 to 4 years. She will come to heat once her current calf is old and large enough to fend for herself

What is the elephants habbitat?

Elephants are found in large numbers in Africa and South Asia. They inhabit the Savannahs of Africa and the dense rain forests of South Asia. Their natural habitat usually surrounds abundant water sources like lakes and rivers. They also prefer habitats with lush green vegetation and trees which they forage on. In the African continent, they can be found in countries Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe etc. The Asian Elephant can be found in India, Sri Lanka, Burma etc

African Elephants habitat?

African savannah elephants are found in 37 countries south of the Sahara. African forest elephants inhabit the rainforests of Africa.

Asian elephants are found in India, Sri Lanka, China, and Southeast Asia.

Elephants are currently an endangered species because of the hunting of their ivory tusks. Furthermore, due to the hunting, their habitat area is decreasing by a large amount.

What do elephants smeel like?

  1. Nikki
  2. poop
  3. flowers (if u wash them)
  4. and they are ugli

What group of animals is not called a herd cattle horses elephants or geese?

A group of geese is called a gaggle. A flight of vultures is a kettle. A group of starlings is a murmuration. (see link for more odd names)

How do you keep elephants away?

It is easiest if you use the back loading entrance that they use for trucks.

You can either load the elephant beforehand into a truck, or build a solid ramp from the ground to the loading bay, perhaps with dirt.

Who is the elephant goddess that hinuds worship?

There is a Hindu God called Ganesha with the head of an elephant and four arms. According to one story, an elephant headed Goddess called Malini gave birth to him after drinking water from the Ganges in which Parvati had bathed.

Why are elephants teats between their front legs rather than between back legs like cattle?

Elephants have evolved to have their teats located between their front legs to allow their calves easy access to nourishment while walking. It also helps prevent the teats from dragging on the ground when the elephant is lying down. This positioning is optimal for the elephant's size, weight, and movement.

What preys on elephants?

Some of the main predators of elephants are lions, tigers, hyenas, and crocodiles. However, due to their size and strength, adult elephants are not often targeted by predators, with calves being more vulnerable. In addition to these natural predators, humans also pose a significant threat to elephants through poaching and habitat destruction.

What family is the elephant deinotherium and the indricothere in?

Deinotherium is part of the family Deinotheriidae, while Indricotherium (also known as Paraceratherium) is in the family Rhinocerotidae. Both of these families are part of the order Perissodactyla, which includes rhinos, horses, and tapirs.

Are elephants diurnal or nocturnal?

Elephants are typically diurnal, meaning they are most active during the day. However, they can be active during the early morning and late evening as well.

What do elephants do with their tusks?

The Tusk is nothing but a teeth that has grown out of the skull. Just like a human teeth, it is made of calcium and other minerals. It is used as a display of size and strength and sometimes during fights or to bring down a tree while feeding. Females usually have a very small tusk or no tusk at all.

What are the most popular elephants living?

Some of the most popular elephants include elephants like Maia and Guida from Elephant Sanctuary Brazil, Tembo from Amboseli National Park in Kenya, and Boonmee from Elephant Nature Park in Thailand. These elephants have gained attention for their rescue stories, conservation efforts, and interactions with humans.