African elephants

The African elephant (Loxodonta) is actually a genus of two extant species of elephant, namely the African bush elephant (L. africana) and the smaller African forest elephant (L. cyclotis). Nevertheless, both are herbivorous creatures, but their size makes the difference.

Unfortunately, since 2004, both species have been listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and fragmentation. It is known that African elephant males, also known as bulls, are aggressive when they feel threatened.

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