About the three species of elephants
Two elephants in Samburu National Reserve, Kenya. Photo: Teti Sulu / © IFAW What makes these three species similar—and what makes each unique. Elephants are one of the most awe-inspiring animals to walk the earth. They’re also one of the most endangered. How much do you know about the three species of elephants that you are helping to protect? 🌍 What are the three species of elephants? African forest elephants, African savannah elephants, and Asian elephants. 🐘 Do they all have tusks? African forest elephants: Yes, both males and females have tusks, and they’re thin, straight, and point downward—unlike the curved tusks of savannah elephants. This helps them move through thick, forested areas. African savannah elephants : Yes! Both male and female African savannah elephants have tusks. Asian elephants : Some male Asian elephants have large, prominent tusks. However, most female and some male Asian elephants have small tusks, called tushes. Asian ele...
