Elephants are known for their intelligence, complex social behavior, memory and size, including their giant ears. The ears of African elephants (Loxodonta africana) can grow up to 6.6 feet (2 meters) ...

Elephants’ massive ears are one of their most distinguishable characteristics. Alongside their long trunks, an elephant’s big ears are the first thing we see. These large ears easily give elephants a ...

African elephants (Loxodonta Africana) live in the savannas, rainforests, woodlands, and scrub forests of central and southern Africa. In these wide-open landscapes, long-distance communication is a ...

When humans talk, elephants listen – and listen losely. New research shows African elephants can tell people of different ethnic groups apart after hearing them speak just a few sentences. The ...

Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the University of Southampton, and specializes in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment.View full profile Rachael has a degree in Zoology ...

Elephants have massive ears to help regulate their body temperature. They have huge blood vessels in their ears. The blood vessels are large and quite visible on the backs of the elephant’s ears. The ...