Elephants help maintain forest and savanna ecosystems for other species and are integrally tied to rich biodiversity. Elephants are important ecosystem engineers. They make pathways in dense forested …

Forest elephants are declining due to poaching and habitat loss. Learn how to help protect these gentle giants of the Congo Basin.

1. What's the difference between Asian and African elephants? There are more than 10 physical characteristics that differentiate Asian and African elephants. For example, Asian elephants' ears are …

Asian elephants are vital to ecosystems and culture. Learn how habitat loss threatens them—and how you can help protect these gentle giants.

Explore profiles of endangered and iconic species. Learn how each animal fits into its ecosystem and what’s being done to protect them.

Mar 3, 2021 · African forest elephants are smaller than African savanna elephants, the other African elephant species. Their ears are more oval-shaped and their tusks are straighter and point …

Discover the Indian elephant, its challenges, and WWF’s efforts to conserve this majestic species and its habitats.

Aug 15, 2023 · WWF’s Elly Allies works to protect Asian elephants through habitat restoration, conflict reduction, and conservation partnerships.

African savanna elephants are the largest species of elephant and the biggest terrestrial animal on Earth. They are easily distinguished by their very large ears—which allow them to radiate excess …

Sri Lankan elephants The Sri Lankan subspecies is the largest and also the darkest of the Asian elephants, with patches of depigmentation—areas with no skin color—on its ears, face, trunk and belly.