Impressive African Elephant Drinking in the Wild (00016109)
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Description: The majestic African elephant, scientifically known as Loxodonta africana africana, is an impressive animal known for its size and intelligence. This image captures an adult elephant leisurely drinking water. Elephants are herbivores and can consume up to 200 kg of leaves, branches, roots, and fruits daily. As the largest land animals on Earth, they are a fascinating symbol of the wilderness. There are two subspecies of the African Elephant: the savanna elephant and the forest elephant. The ivory trade has severely threatened the population of these majestic creatures, but since the international ban in 1989, their protection has been strengthened. However, the loss of their natural habitat due to the expansion of agricultural land continues to endanger their survival. Experience the beauty and grace of this impressive creature in the wild.
Location: Eastern Cape, , South Africa
Date of Capture: 04.08.2004