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.
Gray Wolf
Canis lupus
MammalLeast Concern
A highly social predator that lives and hunts in packs. Wolves communicate through howls that can be heard up to 10 miles away.
Quick Facts
Size
Length: 4.5-6.5 feet
Weight
70-145 lbs
Lifespan
6-8 years in the wild
Diet
Deer, elk, moose
Habitat
Forests, tundra, and grasslands of the Northern Hemisphere
Habitat Type
Forest
Did You Know?
A pack can bring down prey 10 times their size!
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