In a groundbreaking revelation, a recent study conducted by researchers from Colorado State University and other institutions suggests that elephants possess a sophisticated form of communication — they call each other by names. This newfound ability sets elephants apart as the first non-humans known to employ specific vocal sounds to identify and address their social partners … [Read more...] about Elephants Call Each Other By Names, New Study Says – The First Non-Humans Found to Do So
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Can Elephants Swim?
Elephants are surprisingly agile animals for their enormous size. They can run at speeds of up to 25 mph, and their young are able to hold their bodies up and walk on their own within mere hours of being born! In fact, after only a couple of days, baby elephants are more than strong and fast enough to keep up with walking and running alongside the adults in their herd. But … [Read more...] about Can Elephants Swim?
Elephant Herd Rests At Ease After Incredible 500-Kilometre Journey
There are just about 300 Asian elephants surviving in the wild, making them a critically endangered species in China. This herd draws a lot of attention from the start of its voyage because of this. There are 15 wild Asian elephants in this group, including three calf elephants. Even more unexpectedly, one of the three calves was born on the trip. Only one male and all … [Read more...] about Elephant Herd Rests At Ease After Incredible 500-Kilometre Journey