Indian Elephant (elephas maximus indicus) is an animal of the mammal type. It usually inhabits rainforest and tropical woodland. The animal weights about 3,000kg - 5,000kg (6,500lbs - 11,000lbs) and average life span is 55 - 70 years. Human, tiger predators are dangerous for indian elephants. Look up the table below to learn more information.
Facts about indian elephants
Name | Indian Elephant |
Conservation Status | Endangered |
Order | Proboscidea |
Size (H) | 2m - 3m (7ft - 10ft) |
Main Prey | Grass, fruit, roots |
Top Speed | 43km/h (27mph) |
Habitat | Rainforest and tropical woodland |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Class | Mammalia |
Family | Elephantidae |
Colour | Grey, brown, black |
Scientific Name | Elephas maximus indicus |
Type | Mammal |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Skin Type | Leather |
Distinctive Features | Long trunk and large feet |
Life Span | 55 - 70 years |
Predators | Human, tiger |
Diet | Herbivore |
Genus | Elephas |
Weight | 3,000kg - 5,000kg (6,500lbs - 11,000lbs) |