To save themselves from the heat of the sun. They often blow dust on themselves or roll in the mud and use the dirt/mud as sunscreen. The rough skin could be so that dirt sticks to it more easily.
No, they have thick, almost hairless skin.
the elephant protection is the skin because it is rough
rough skin rear ends
The skin of Indian elephants feels rough and thick, with a leathery texture. It is covered with wrinkles and folds that help to regulate their body temperature and protect their skin from the sun and insects.
Elephants are terrestrial herbivorous placental mammals. They are called pachyderms because of their thick, rough skin, but this is not an actual taxon. Taxonomically, they are in the order Proboscidea and the family Elephantidae.
The skin of an Asian elephant is not soft; it is actually quite thick and rough, measuring up to an inch in some areas. This tough skin helps protect them from environmental elements and parasites. Despite its rough texture, the skin can still be sensitive and is prone to sunburn, which is why elephants often bathe in water or mud to protect it.
rough skin
It is skin that's rough
Wrinkled skin of the elephants help them to maintain the body temperature.
Just Like All pachyderms They feel Rough Like Elephants,Hippopottomusses,And Rhinoceros
twill is a very rough fabric that comes from elephants.
Because elephants and dogs do not perspire.