What is the difference between a male and female elephant?

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Posted on 2021-12-30 05:35:01

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Appearance. Male African elephants, or bulls, are significantly larger than females. Mature men reach shoulder heights of 12-14 feet and weigh between 12,000 and 14,000 pounds. Females or cows reach 9 to 13 feet in height and weigh 6,000 to 8,000 pounds.

Which elephant has fangs?

Just as humans are left-handed or right-handed, elephants are left-handed or right-handed. The dominant fangs usually wear more with frequent use. Both males and females of African elephants have tusks, but only males of Asian elephants have tusks, and today only a certain percentage of males have tusks.

What is a female elephant called?

Male elephants are called bulls. Female elephants are called cows. Baby elephants are called calves.

What is the difference between a male and female elephant?

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