Characteristics of Elephant
Habitat
Savannas and forests
Diet
Herbivore - grass, leaves, fruits, bark
Lifespan
60-70 years
Weight
2,700-6,000 kg
Length
5.5-6.5 m
Region
Africa and Asia
Interesting Facts about Elephant
1
Elephants can communicate through vibrations that travel through the ground
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An elephant's trunk has around 40,000 muscles
3
Elephants are one of the few animals that can recognize themselves in mirrors
4
They are excellent swimmers and use their trunk as a natural snorkel
5
Elephants are the only mammals that can't jump
6
Baby elephants can suck their trunks for comfort, just like human babies suck their thumbs
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