The average weight of the asian elephant is 3,000kg - 5,000kg (6,500lbs - 11,000lbs). These mammals usually live 55 - 70 years. Asian Elephant is a mammal that usually lives in rainforest and tropical woodland. It has a leather skin type. The preferred food type is herbivore. The maximum speed it can reach is 43km/h (27mph).
Facts about asian elephants
Name | Asian Elephant |
Phylum | Chordata |
Life Span | 55 - 70 years |
Top Speed | 43km/h (27mph) |
Main Prey | Grass, fruit, roots |
Weight | 3,000kg - 5,000kg (6,500lbs - 11,000lbs) |
Habitat | Rainforest and tropical woodland |
Colour | Grey, brown, black |
Diet | Herbivore |
Predators | Human, tiger |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Type | Mammal |
Order | Proboscidea |
Family | Elephantidae |
Distinctive Features | Long trunk and large feet |
Scientific Name | Elephas maximus |
Genus | Elephas |
Conservation Status | Endangered |
Size (H) | 2m - 3m (7ft - 10ft) |
Skin Type | Leather |
Class | Mammalia |