Elephants Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
large terrestrial mammals with trunks from Africa and Asia
About Elephants
Elephants are the largest existing land animals and are regarded as the "gentle giants" of the animal kingdom. They are scattered throughout most of Africa, South Asia, and Southeast Asia, and they are herbivores. There are two main recognised species: the African elephant and the Asian elephant. Elephants are said to be one of the most intelligent animals on the planet. They are capable of using tools, exhibiting mirror self-recognition, and have the ability to remember people they have encountered, even after decades. Elephants are capable of holding grudges against humans or animals that have harmed or mistreated them. Like humans, elephants are capable of exhibiting empathy and they also have their own unique mourning rituals. Elephants are considered endangered species; they have long
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