Articles related to "African Elephants"

Lawrence Anthony's account of gaining the trust of a herd of traumatized elephants due to be shot is a touching testimony of his commitment to these magnificent giants.

Physical characteristics of elephants, including ears, trunk, skin and tusks, are noticeably different depending on whether the animals originate from Africa or Asia.

With both human and elephant numbers rising, preventing human-elephant conflict in Botswana will be key to preserving one of the largest elephant populations in Africa.

Not only do they help germinate plants, elephants and other African animals ensure the balance of ants on acacia trees, stressing the importance of ecosystem preservation

Elephants have been used in war for thousands of years. With their massive strength and magnificent ivory tusks, they inspired awe and terror in all who faced them.

Elephants can get very angry and will hold a grudge a long time.

Community based conservancies are the core of efforts to save Namibia's wild animals, including unique desert-adapted elephants, from human-animal conflict and poaching.

Mammoths, extinct relatives of elephants, fascinate mankind from beyond the grave. They originated in Africa like humans and spread over the Northern Hemisphere.

Four species of elephant are recognized as DNA shows two species are different from the Asian and African. All are endangered largely due to habitat destruction and loss.

The Masai Mara game reserve's stunning landscape attracts probably the greatest concentration of African animals in the continent during the annual wildebeest migration.

The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust acts as an elephant and rhino orphanage, taking care of baby animals that lose their parents or get separated from their herd.

The famous Masai Mara Game Reserve attracts many people, but nearby Mara Porini's luxury tented camp has its own exclusive wildlife reserve for just 12 visitors.

Carol Buckley had dreams of being a circus trainer, going to the extent of purchasing a one-year-old elephant named Tarra and training her to perform.

Elephants communicate through infrasonic rumbles, sounds too low for the human ear to hear. Scientists are discovering new meaning behind these elephant rumbles.

Here is a quick reference guide to how long certain animals live, along with some interesting animal facts. This will help with projects for homeschooling unit studies.

To explore a true African jungle or rain forest is a Jungle Book experience - gorillas or not!

Lisa Ling appeared on ABC's The View to promote the new documentary on CNN. Planet in Peril: Battle Lines investigates the waste of the planet's resources.

The Roman penchant for witnessing violent, gory death was not restricted to combats between gladiators or the public execution of criminals.

Upgrade your game viewing experience to the Big Seven, only at the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

South Africa's Addo Elephant National Park has the largest concentration of elephants of any park worldwide, as well as lion, black rhinoceros, leopard, and Cape buffalo

100 environmental and conservation groups from around the world each nominate one species that they would choose to save if they could and give tips on how to help them.

The CMS provides a forum for countries to cooperate in the protection of wildlife that migrates. Agreements, MoUs and Initiatives are used to protect endangered species.

Wildlife Safari has trained their elephants to sponge and spray cars, delighting tourists in the animal park near Roseburg, Oregon.

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee gives the huge mammals room to roam after retirement from zoos and circuses. The 2700 acre habitat cares for needy elephants.

Details of elephants diet can be gauged from their tail by using an innovative technique developed by Professor Thure Cerling and associates from University of Utah.

Grant's Farm is a popular family attraction in St. Louis with ties to President Grant and brewing giant Anheuser-Busch.

Income from ivory sales to be used for elephant conservation but China's record of ignoring illegal imports from African elephant range states worries conservationists.

As the U.S.'s 36th President, Lyndon Baines Johnson was defined by his Hill Country background. His presidency, his legacy and that of Lady Bird's can be found in Austin.

This self-guided tour of the Natural History Museum at Western Wyoming Community College offers visitors fun, educational activities while visiting Sweetwater County.

The founder of 'The Greatest Show on Earth' and famed for his part played in the era of show business, P.T.Barnum was also a businessman and politician.

Port Elizabeth, on South Africa's scenic Eastern Cape Coast, has amazing wild game viewing in a day's cruise excursion, including rhinos, lions, whales and even penguins.

Mangroves are important in their own right, but also essential for many other species and ecosystems.

A ferocious looking horn, huge bodyweight and interesting habits makes the White Rhino one of the most sought after animals on any African Safari.

By using books and activities, talking about adoption with a child's class helps kids learn about one way of forming a family and that adoption is to be celebrated.

Annual rings that tell stories are not peculiar to trees. The rings in the tusks of extinct mammoths allow information about their lives as well.

Conservationists the world over are worried about the illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam with worldwide ramifications. The accent is on Ivory and its products.

Visit Oregon's Wildlife Safari for zebras, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, antelope in natural habitats. Elephant car wash, camel rides, kids' activities add family fun.

Enrichment is the practice of providing animals with interactions that simulate their natural habitat. Learn how zoo keepers, pet owners, and breeders all use enrichment.

Blackpool is a fun and safe family destination for all ages and the U.K's most popular seaside resort that offers quality entertainment at affordable prices

Elephants have served in human armies from 1100 B.C.E. to the 17th century.

Table Mountain is the glory of Cape Town and a modern, environmentally-friendly visitor attraction, but watch out for the Cableway closing in high winds.

Zoos are a major attraction for both tourists and local residents. Find out where the best zoos in Virginia are located.