Mammals

Discover the fascinating world of mammals, including elephants, rhinos, dolphins and hippos.

Asian elephant and a African elephant
Asian elephant and a African elephant

How To Tell The Differences Between Asian And African Elephants

The elephants' head shape and ears are the quickest identifiers to help you differentiate between these two elephants.  Along with that, several other differences can help you to tell these…

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Asian Elephant
Asian Elephant without tusks

Elephant Facts | A Collection of Interesting Information

Elephants are one of the most intriguing animals on the planet. These gentle giants have a few secrets you may not know about! Largest Existing Land Animals Elephants are one…

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African Elephant with tusks and big ears
African Elephant

Do All Elephants Have Tusks? Location, Size, And Use

The beautiful tusks are one of an elephant's most noticeable physical features. Apart from their massive body and long trunk, the tusks make the elephant look more elegant and unique.…

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An elephant in mud
Bathing in mud

Why Do Elephants Throw Dirt On Themselves?

Elephants throw dirt on themselves to protect their skin from the sun and to keep cool. The Elephants do this by splashing their bodies with water and then throwing a…

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Elephant baby and mother side by side
Motherhood - Elephants

How Long Are Elephants Pregnant? Labour And Birth Process

An African elephant carries its baby for approximately 22 months. However, an Asian elephant is pregnant for around 18 months. Elephants have the longest gestation period of any mammal. This…

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African Elephant with tusks and big ears
African Elephant

Why Do Elephants Flap Their Ears?

Elephants use their ears to stay cool. When they are hotter than their surroundings, they flap their ears to circulate the cooler blood around them. They also create a gusting…

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Adult hippo and a baby hippo standing up
Hippopotamus

Are Hippos Related to Elephants? No, But These Animals Are!

No, hippos are not related to elephants. However, they share some distant relatives with these animals: pigs, whales and dolphins! Now we know that hippos aren't related to elephants. Let's…

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