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6. Apr. 2024 · The skeleton of the elephant is made up of 326–351 bones. The vertebrae are connected by tight joints, which limit the backbone's flexibility. African elephants have 21 pairs of ribs, while Asian elephants have 19 or 20 pairs.
Skeleton of Jumbo, a young African bush elephant bull, compared to a human. The African bush elephant is the largest terrestrial animal. Cows are 2.2–2.6 m (7.2–8.5 ft) tall at the shoulder and weigh 2,160–3,232 kg (4,762–7,125 lb), while bulls are 3.2–4 m (10–13 ft) tall and weigh 4,700–6,048 kg (10,362–13,334 lb).
16. Okt. 2023 · The African elephant possesses a strong and sturdy skeleton, perfectly suited for its massive size and weight. Its leg bones, particularly the femur and tibia, are thick and robust, providing the necessary support and stability for its powerful strides.
1. Feb. 2012 · Fetal elephants and their developing bones at 99 days (a), 118 days (b), and 176 days (c). Scale bars are 1 cm. From Hautier et al., 2012. The aim of the study was to discern the timing of...
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The Complete Elephant Anatomy. Trunks | Tusks | Teeth | Brain | Hair | Ears | Feet | Skin | Senses and Communication. The elephants body is well adapted for the survival of rugged conditions of their habitats in Africa and Asia.
Bibliography. Further reading. External links. Elephants are the largest living land animals. Three living species are currently recognised: the African bush elephant ( Loxodonta africana ), the African forest elephant ( L. cyclotis ), and the Asian elephant ( Elephas maximus ).
OMNH. 33 subscribers. Subscribed. 34. 5K views 11 years ago. The Oakes Museum of Natural History at Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania acquired the skeleton of an African elephant....
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