African Elephant vs. Elk
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The African elephant and the Elk (Wapiti) are two of the most impressive animals on Earth.
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African elephants
are the world’s largest land animals, growing up to 13 feet tall and weighing up to 7 tons.
Size
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4-5 feet tall at the shoulder, weighing 500-700 lbs
Size
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African elephants
are herbivores that mainly eat grasses, leaves, fruits, twigs, and bark. They supplement their diets with soil for minerals or tree bark for salt.
Diet
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Herbivorous, feeding on grasses, leaves, and twigs
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African elephants
have complex social structures within herds led by matriarchal females who form strong family bonds with their young ones.
Behavior
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Solitary, but can form small groups during mating season
Behavior
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Native to sub-Saharan Africa, and can thrive in diverse environments such as savannas, forests, and even deserts
Habitat
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North American forests, meadows, and mountains
Habitat
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Up to 70 years in the wild
Life Span
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Up to 20 years in the wild
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