Schleich Male African Elephant

Ages 3+ 

Elephant bulls are considerably bigger than elephant cows. Reaching heights of almost four metres, they are the second largest land animals after giraffes. They also weigh five to six tonnes, which makes them the heaviest of all land animals. African elephant bulls usually leave their herd when they are about twelve years old. By then they are grown up enough to find their food and defend themselves, so they move through the country with other bulls or as a loner - in search of another herd.

Fun Fact: Elephants recognise their reflection. They are among the very few animals able to do this.

Scientific Facts:

• Scientific name: Loxodonta africana
• Global Home: Africa
• Conservation Status: Vulnerable
• Primary habitat: Forest, Savanna, Shrubland, Grassland

Size: 19.55 x 8.89 x 12.2cm