Researchers found that the number of stripes on a unique bump in elephant brains corresponds directly to the wrinkles on their trunks, revealing fascinating growth and development patterns.
The rapid development of the elephant trunk includes a stage where the fetal trunk grows exponentially, doubling its number of wrinkles every twenty days until slowing down.
Differences in trunk usage between African and Asian elephants explain variations in wrinkles; African elephants use tips for pinching, while Asian elephants wrap their trunks around objects.
The study highlights the relationship between brain structure and physical attributes in elephants, demonstrating how their anatomy is tailored to their ecological needs.
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