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1.
How many different species of elephants are still alive and recognised today?
They are Asian, African Bush and African Forest. The last two are considered different species.
2.
Elephants are the largest living mammals.
Elephants are the largest living land mammals, however the Blue Whale bests them.
3.
Approximately how many bones do adult elephants typically have?
326 - 351 depending on the species
4.
The "Proboscis" of elephants are better known by what common name?
5.
In 2012, how many elephants were there estimated to be left in the world?
6.
Adult elephants are physically unable to jump.
7.
Which African country has more elephants?
Botswana - 130,000 | Kenya - 26,000 | Tanzania - 43,000 | Zambia - 23,000
8.
Elephants have really good memories.
You could say the phrase 'An elephant never forgets' is mostly true
9.
What diet do elephants typically have?
10.
The tusks of an elephant are actually two of their front teeth.