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1 week ago

Johan Siggesson's Striking Portraits of 'Big Tuskers' in Kenya

Among African elephants, "Big Tuskers" refers to bulls that grow tusks so long they sometimes scrape the ground. Each one can weigh well over 100 pounds. These giant, ivory incisors continually grow throughout an elephant's life, and males typically have much larger tusks than females.
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10 months ago
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San Diego Safari Park video shows elephants forming alert circle' during quake

African elephants form protective 'alert circles' around their young during earthquakes, demonstrating their social behavior and instinct to protect.
The herd's behavior showcases deep social connections among elephants, especially during threatening conditions.
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