African Elephant vs. Moose

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African elephants and moose may seem unlikely to compare, but their unique features make them stand out in the animal kingdom.

African elephants are the world’s largest land animals, growing up to 13 feet tall and weighing up to 7 tons.

Up to 6.5 ft tall and up to 1,200 lbs

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.

Herbivore – eats leaves, bark, and twigs

African elephants have complex social structures within herds led by matriarchal females who form strong family bonds with their young ones.

Moose are solitary animals that prefer to stay within their territories.

Native to sub-Saharan Africa, and can thrive in diverse environments such as savannas, forests, and even deserts

Forests and wetlands in North America, Europe, and Asia

African elephants exhibit several behaviors to protect their territory, including trumpeting loudly and raising dust clouds with their trunks or feet. Additionally, they may charge intruders with tusks lowered or circle them to ward off any potential threats.

15-25 years

There is still more to learn about these incredible creatures!

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