Majestic elephant portrait from the side in Africa (00016101)

Majestic elephant portrait from the side

Description: The African elephant (Loxodonta africana) is the largest land mammal on earth. This majestic elephant portrait captures the beauty and power of these fascinating animals. Elephants are known for their intelligence, social structures, and impressive size. Learn more about the two subspecies of the African elephant, the savanna elephant Loxodonta africana africana and the forest elephant Loxodonta africana cyclotis. Discover how habitat loss and the ivory trade threaten elephant populations and why protecting these animals is crucial.

Location: Eastern Cape, , South Africa

Date of Capture: 02.08.2004