African Elephant By: Jasmijn Haakman
Classification and Description Loxodonta Africana Mammal 13 feet;6 tons Baby has no tusks
Biome Savanas of East Africa Grasslands; rainforests Does not migrate Constantly on the move for food
Life Cycle 1 calf Herbivores Grass, leaves, roots and fruit years
Adaptations Flap ears Screeches and trumpets Mud is sunblock Trunks
Reasons for Endangered Status Humans Poaching; deforestation 70,000 killed in one year Ivory
Conservation 60,000 Banned poaching No breeding programs Reserves and National parks
Fun Facts When leader stops all stop Tell how feeling by touching; sniffing Greet by touching trunks Group leader is called matriarch
Resources Cole, Melissa. Elephants. Schwabacher,Martin. Elephants. Zoo Books. Elephants. National Geographic KIDS. Elephants.