Want to hear some awesome facts about elephants? Check this thread out! #39canimals

The African Elephant is the largest land mammal in the world. Male average height measures up to 3m high and weigh about 6 tons! Even calves are large; at birth elephants can weigh up to 120kg! #39canimals

Elephants can be differentiated by their ears. There are two elephant species: African and Asian. African elephants have much larger ears and are described as having the shape of the African continent, whereas Asian elephants are shaped like the Indian subcontinent. #39canimals

Elephants have about 150,000 muscle units in their trunksc and are possibly the most sensitive organ found in any mammal. When drinking water, their trunks can contain up to 8 liters! #39canimals

Elephant tusks are actually enlarged incisor teeth. These teeth appear when they are around 2 years old and continue to grow throughout their lives. As beautiful as these tusks are, they are made of ivory and are, unfortunately, a highly desired object. #39canimals

Elephant’s skin is about 2.5 cm thick in most areas. Their folds and wrinks can retain up to 10x more water than flat skin does, allowing them to cool down. #39canimals

Elephants need up to 150 kg if food a day, and spend up to three-quarters of their day eating. #39canimals