Captivating Portrait: The Eye of an African Elephant in Close-Up (00016098)
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Description: The African Elephant, scientifically known as Loxodonta africana, is the largest land animal on Earth. This captivating photo showcases a detailed portrait of the majestic eye of an African Elephant. African Elephants are divided into two subspecies: the Savanna Elephant (Loxodonta africana africana) and the Forest Elephant (Loxodonta africana cyclotis). With a shoulder height of nearly three meters and a weight of up to 7.5 tons, elephants exude an impressive presence. Despite the international ban on ivory trade since 1989, African Elephants remain threatened by habitat loss and poaching.
Location: Eastern Cape, , South Africa
Date of Capture: 02.08.2004