African elephants and moose may seem unlikely to compare, but their unique features make them stand out in the animal kingdom. This article will explore these magnificent creatures’ anatomy, behavior, ...

In “A Training School for Elephants,” Sophy Roberts revisits an especially bizarre episode from the exploitation of Africa.

As we marvel at the awe-inspiring strength and intelligence of the African elephant, it’s hard not to feel humbled in its presence. These gentle giants are not only the largest land animals on Earth, ...

The Louisville Zoo honored its cherished elephants Mikki and Punch this weekend, inviting the community for a special tribute.

The Asian elephant is the largest surviving land mammal in Asia. Although significantly smaller than its African cousin, it is still an awesome beast. An adult bull can weigh well over five tonnes. It ...

A new study uncovered how ancient land shifts allowed elephants to cross from Africa to Asia millions of years ago.

Imagine walking across the sun-scorched savannas of Africa and stumbling upon a shimmering pool of water, teeming with life.

In a 2,700-kilometer overland journey, the 35-year-old African elephant was transported via a large iron crate with thick bars strapped to a truck, a mission for which she had been trained for ...

The African elephant may be one of the most studied creatures on the planet. Over decades, researchers have made in-depth discoveries about their family life, their physiology, and the ways they ...

But not local African elephants — at least not at first ... How does private and political life ebb and flow in this country 60-some years after independence? She doesn’t say, never staying ...