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Elephants: The Incredible Intelligence and Emotional Depth of Earth’s Largest Mammals

Annette Uy

Elephants, Earth’s largest land mammals, have long captivated human fascination with their majestic appearance and remarkable characteristics. However, it is their incredible intelligence and emotional depth that truly sets them apart in the animal kingdom. This article delves into the intriguing world of elephants, exploring their cognitive abilities, social structures, and emotional capacity. Elephant Intelligence: ...

Drunk Elephants and Fermented Fruit: A Party in the Savannah

Drunk Elephants and Fermented Fruit: A Party in the Savannah

Annette Uy

It’s a scene straight out of a wildlife comedy—a massive elephant sways on unsteady legs, trunk flailing, as a chorus of monkeys shrieks in giddy delight. In the golden heat of the savannah, something extraordinary unfolds: the world’s largest land mammals appear to be tipsy, thanks to a curious encounter with overripe, fermented fruit. For ...

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Less Than 1,000 Precious Elephants Left

Alana Theron, BSc in Biodiversity and Ecology

Borneo elephants have recently been classified as endangered, with their population dwindling to just 1,000 individuals in the wild, highlighting the severity of their plight. This status reflects the significant threats posed by habitat loss due to deforestation and human encroachment, which fragment their habitats and escalate human-wildlife conflicts. Conservation efforts are crucial to mitigate ...

Trunks to the Sky: Why Elephants Raise Their Faces to the Moon

Trunks to the Sky: Why Elephants Raise Their Faces to the Moon

Annette Uy

Picture this: a moonlit African savanna, vast and silver under the night sky, where shadows dance between acacia trees. In this mystical landscape, something extraordinary happens. Massive silhouettes emerge from the darkness—elephants, those ancient giants of the earth, slowly lifting their enormous heads toward the glowing orb above. Their trunks curl skyward like ancient prayers, ...

Herd of African elephants standing near body of water.

How Elephants Helped Build Bridges in World War II

Annette Uy

During World War II, the world witnessed an array of innovative strategies and unique solutions to overcome the challenges of war. Among these, one of the most fascinating yet lesser-known stories involves the role elephants played in building bridges. These magnificent creatures, known for their strength and intelligence, became unlikely allies in the war effort, ...