Elephants

Elephants are represented by three living species: African forest, African bush and Asian. As the largest living mammals in the world, healthy adults have no natural predators, though the calves have plenty to fear from lions and tigers. The elephant's distinctive trunk is very versatile and can perform the functions of hand, foot and nose. Their large ears also play an important role in regulating body temperature. Elephants are highly social and very intelligent animals.


An elephant?s skin is so sensitive that it can feel a fly landing.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/life/Elephantidae

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