Big FiveEndangered
African Elephant
Loxodonta africana
Experience the awe-inspiring African elephant, an intelligent giant shaping the landscapes of East Africa's diverse ecosystems.
About the African Elephant
The African elephant is the largest living terrestrial animal and one of the most intelligent creatures on the planet. These gentle giants roam across East Africa's national parks, playing a crucial role in maintaining the ecosystem by creating water holes, clearing paths through dense bush, and dispersing seeds.
Amboseli National Park in Kenya is legendary for its elephant viewing, with large herds silhouetted against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. The Serengeti, Tarangire, and Tsavo are also home to significant populations.
Elephants live in matriarchal family groups led by the oldest female. They have exceptional memories, mourn their dead, and communicate through infrasonic rumbles that can travel several kilometres through the ground.
Fun Facts
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An elephant's brain weighs about 5 kg — the largest of any land animal
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They can drink up to 200 litres of water per day
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Elephants can recognise themselves in mirrors — a sign of self-awareness
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