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Straight-tusked elephant - Wikipedia
The straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus) is an extinct species of elephant that inhabited Europe and Western Asia during the Middle and Late Pleistocene. One of the largest known elephant species, mature fully grown bulls on average had a shoulder height of 4 metres (13 ft) and a weight of 13 tonnes (29,000 lb).
Satao (elephant) - Wikipedia
Satao (c. 1968 – 30 May 2014) was one of Kenya 's largest African elephants. He was known as a tusker because his tusks were so long that they almost touched the ground. The Tsavo Trust announced that Satao was killed by poachers using a poisoned arrow on 30 May 2014.
Straight-Tusked Elephant - Facts and Figures - ThoughtCo
Mar 17, 2017 · An in-depth profile of the Straight-Tusked Elephant, including this prehistoric mammal's characteristics, behavior and habitat.
A chronicle of giant straight-tusked elephants
Jan 22, 2020 · About 800,000 years ago, the giant straight-tusked elephant Palaeoloxodon migrated out of Africa and became widespread across Europe and Asia. It divided into many species, with distinct types in Japan, Central Asia and Europe—even some dwarf forms as large as a small donkey on some Mediterranean islands.
Straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus) - Elephant ...
Feb 1, 2025 · The straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus, also referred to as Elephas antiquus) is an extinct species of elephant belonging to the genus Palaeoloxodon which inhabited Europe and Western Asia during the Middle and Late …
A chronicle of giant straight-tusked elephants - Phys.org
Jan 21, 2020 · About 800,000 years ago, the giant straight-tusked elephant Palaeoloxodon migrated out of Africa and became widespread across Europe and Asia. It divided into many species, with distinct types in...
A chronicle of giant straight-tusked elephants - ScienceDaily
Jan 21, 2020 · About 800,000 years ago, the giant straight-tusked elephant Palaeoloxodon migrated out of Africa and became widespread across Europe and Asia. It divided into many species, with distinct types in...
Tusk - Wikipedia
An African elephant in Tanzania, with visible tusks. Tusks are elongated, continuously growing front teeth that protrude well beyond the mouth of certain mammal species.
A chronicle of giant straight-tusked elephants - University of Bristol
About 800,000 years ago, the giant straight-tusked elephant Palaeoloxodon migrated out of Africa and became widespread across Europe and Asia. It divided into many species, with distinct types in Japan, Central Asia and Europe — even some dwarf forms as large as a small donkey on some Mediterranean islands.
Palaeoloxodon Namadicus: The Extinct Asian Elephant
Sep 4, 2023 · Palaeoloxodon Namadicus, also known as the Asian Straight-Tusked Elephant, was a majestic creature that roamed the Earth thousands of years ago. In this article, we will explore the fascinating world of Palaeoloxodon Namadicus, from its defining characteristics to its extinction and lasting legacy.
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