Asian Elephant
The Asian Elephant is a species of elephant that is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. They are one of the three extant species of elephants, and are the largest land animals in Asia. Adult males can reach heights of up to 10 feet at the shoulder and weigh between 4,500-11,000 pounds. Females are smaller, reaching a maximum height of 8 feet and weighing between 2,000-6,000 pounds. Asian elephants have a distinct appearance compared to their African counterparts, with smaller ears, a convex or level back, and only one "finger" on the tip of their trunk. They also have a more diverse range of coat colors, ranging from a brownish-gray to a more pinkish hue. In terms of behavior, Asian elephants are highly social animals, living in small family groups led by a matriarch. They are herbivores, feeding on grasses, leaves, bamboo, bark, and fruits. Elephants play an important role in maintaining the biodiversity of their habitat, as they help to disperse plant seeds through their dung. Asian elephants have been revered throughout history for their intelligence, strength, and grace. They have been used for transportation, labor, and religious ceremonies for thousands of years. Unfortunately, due to habitat loss, poaching, and human-elephant conflict, Asian elephant populations have declined significantly in recent decades. As a subcategory under the parent category Elephants, which is itself a child category under Mammals, Animals by Taxonomy, and Animals, the Asian Elephant represents one of three living species of elephants. This species has unique physical characteristics, behavioral traits, and cultural significance that distinguish it from other animals within these categories.
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[asesg.org] | IUCN Asian Elephant Specialist Group |
[stae.org] | STAE - Save The Asian Elephants |
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