"General Characteristics of the Asian Elephant" The Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) possesses the following characteristics: Physical Characteristics It is smaller in size compared to the African elephant, standing approximately 2–3 meters tall and weighing between 3,000 and 5,000 kilograms. Its ears are smaller and more rounded, not extending over the shoulders like those of the African elephant. The head displays two prominent domes on the skull. The trunk is long and muscular, with a single

For more than 59 years, our beloved Ambika inspired generations of families to care about Asian elephant conservation. She was more than an ambassador for her species. She was a pioneer. We understand more about Asian elephant behavior, biology, reproduction and ecology because of Ambika. She changed the way we cared for Asian elephants and how we work to conserve them. Thanks to Ambika, we have the tools and know-how to save species. https://s.si.edu/2UIX6ls. | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Co

In their native range across Asia, Asian elephants are facing an uncertain future, with fewer than 50,000 individuals remaining. Through our conservation work as part of the Center for Species Survival Asian Elephant , we’re collaborating with partners across 13 range countries to help secure a future for Asian elephants in the wild. This Center for Species Survival is the world’s first CSS conservation hub exclusively dedicated to a single species and uniquely located within the heart of Asian

As we celebrate Asian Elephant Appreciation month, we'd like to shine a spotlight on just how important 🐘, and believe it or not, their 💩 are for the environments they live in. Toyota Elephant Passage care expert Gabe explains how elephant digestion helps fertilize the landscapes they call home. Want to learn more? Join us August 16th for Elephant Awareness Day! https://bit.ly/2K5Y4UU | Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance