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African elephant

Loxodonta africana

Description:

The wrinkles in elephant skin help hold moisture from bathing and assist in keeping these giants cool during the heat of the day. This young elephant was peacefully enjoying her breakfast

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4 Comments

KarenSaxton
KarenSaxton 10 years ago

We had so many wonderful encounters. I will likely be boring you all with them ;)

LuisStevens
LuisStevens 10 years ago

Great encounter!

KarenSaxton
KarenSaxton 10 years ago

Yes, considering not an hour earlier we were charged by one!

Hema  Shah
Hema Shah 10 years ago

fulfilling experience for both you and elephant.

KarenSaxton
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KarenSaxton

Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa

Spotted on Dec 20, 2013
Submitted on Feb 5, 2014

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