Elephants

Elephants

Elephant populations surveyed from space using artificial intelligence ©Getty Images

Elephant populations surveyed from space using artificial intelligence

The world-first study opens the door to more effective methods of monitoring the movements of endangered species.
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African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) skin close up, Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Why do elephants have such wrinkly skin?

No anti-wrinkle creams here, the elephant's complex set of wrinkles are beneficial for them.
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An elephant wearing a 'gyroscope' around her neck and a data logger in her trunk shows off her new high-tech toys © Wits University

Elephants reveal their mysterious sleeping habits

Scientists used Fitbits to discover Female African elephants spend as little as two hours a night sleeping, and even less if they sense danger.
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How intelligent are elephants? © Getty Images

How intelligent are elephants?

It common lore that 'elephants never forget', and it's true that elephants are remarkable animals, but just how smart are they?
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How many people would it take to lift an elephant? © iStock

How many people would it take to lift an elephant?

Nellie the elephant is not particularly enthused about humans picking her up.
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