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Elephants are large mammals belonging to the family Elephantidae, characterized by their long trunks, large ears, and massive bodies covered in wrinkled skin. They inhabit various habitats across Africa and Asia, including savannas, forests, and deserts. Known for their intelligence, emotional depth, and strong social bonds, elephants exhibit complex behaviors such as grief, learning, cooperation, and tool use. Their diet mainly consists of plants, fruits, and bark, and they play a crucial role in shaping ecosystems through seed dispersal and trampling vegetation. With two surviving species, African bush elephants (Loxodonta africana) and Asian elephants (Elephas maximus), these majestic creatures are currently threatened by habitat loss, poaching, and human-elephant conflict. Conservation efforts aim to protect elephant populations, mitigate threats, and promote coexistence between humans and elephants for future generations to appreciate these awe-inspiring giants.