MammalAfrican Elephant
Loxodonta africana
The largest living land animal, known for its intelligence and strong social bonds. Elephants can recognize themselves in mirrors and mourn their dead.
Bottlenose Dolphin
Tursiops truncatus
MammalLeast Concern
Highly intelligent marine mammals known for their playful behavior. They sleep with one eye open, resting half their brain at a time.
Quick Facts
Size
Length: 6-13 feet
Weight
300-1,400 lbs
Lifespan
40-50 years
Diet
Fish, squid, crustaceans
Habitat
Warm and temperate seas worldwide
Habitat Type
Aquatic
Did You Know?
They give each other unique names (signature whistles)!
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