Elephants’ massive ears are one of their most distinguishable characteristics. Alongside their long trunks, an elephant’s big ears are the first thing we see. These large ears easily give elephants a ...

When desert animals face environmental extremes day in and day out, every unique anatomical feature can aid in their survival. Among the most striking of these adaptations is ear size. In arid ...

Elephants are known for their intelligence, complex social behavior, memory and size, including their giant ears. The ears of African elephants (Loxodonta africana) can grow up to 6.6 feet (2 meters) ...

Rachael has a degree in Zoology from the University of Southampton, and specializes in animal behavior, evolution, palaeontology, and the environment.View full profile Rachael has a degree in Zoology ...