Largest Land Animal
African elephants are the largest land animals on Earth. Adult males can weigh up to 14,000 pounds.
Incredible Memory
Elephants have remarkable long-term memory. They can remember places, voices, and watering spots for decades.
A Trunk With 40,000 Muscles
Their trunk has more than 40,000 muscles. They use it to breathe, drink, touch, smell, and communicate.
They Show Emotions
Elephants show joy, grief, compassion, and even hold funerals for lost members of their herd.
Strong Social Bonds
Herds are led by a matriarch. Families stay connected for life, showing teamwork and protection.
Gentle Vegetarians
Elephants eat up to 300 pounds of plants each day. Their favorites include leaves, bark, and fruit.
Communication Beyond Sound
They communicate with rumbles so low humans can’t hear them. These vibrations travel through the ground.
Big Ears, Smart Cooling System
Their large ears help them stay cool. Elephants flap them to release body heat.