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The African Bush Elephant (Loxodonta africana) is the larger of the two subspecies of African elephant.
The African Forest Elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) was until recently considered a subspecies of the African Bush Elephant.
The Asian or Asiatic Elephant (Elephas maximus).
The specific name of an Indian elephant is Elephas maximus indicus.
It is technically called the Asian Elephant. As far as the scientific name, I do not know and nobody really calls animals by their scientific names anymore.
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What kind of elephant is the biggest out of Indian and African?
The African elephant has the biggest ears!The type of elephant with the biggest name has the biggest ears, the African elephant (not the Asian elephant). That's how I remember.
Is a Indian elephant a carnivore-herbivore or omnivore?
An African elephant is a herbivore.
What was the name of the elephant on the elephant show?
The elephant was not given a special name on the show. It was simply "elephant."
What is the species name for Africana?
The species name for Africana varies depending on the specific organism in question. For example, the African bush elephant's species name is Loxodonta africana, while the scientific name for the African lion is Panthera leo.
What is the difference between the trunk of the African elephant and the trunk of the Indian elephant?
The African elephant's trunk tends to have two "fingers" at the tip, while the Indian elephant's trunk typically has only one. African elephant trunks are also usually more elongated and have a larger finger-like projection than those of Indian elephants. Additionally, African elephant trunks have more muscles, making them stronger for tearing branches, while Indian elephants use their trunks for more delicate tasks like picking up small objects.
What is Elphas and maximus in the scientific name for Indian elephant?
"Elphas" and "maximus" in the scientific name for the Indian elephant, Elephas maximus, refer to the genus and species of the animal, respectively. The genus "Elephas" includes Asian elephants, while "maximus" denotes that it is the largest species within that genus.
What is the animal that's name starts with an i?
Ibex, Indian Swallow, Indian Elephant, Indian Rhino, Ibis
Indian Elephant Latin Name?
elephas maximus indicus
What is the elephant's name on the island of misfit toys?
The Spotted Elephant, it doesn't have a specific name but it is called the Spotted Elephant!
What is the name of the father elephant in The Jungle Book?
Father Wolf does not have a specific name... Rama is the name of the bull leading the herd that Mowgli tends. In English version, His name is Alexander and in Indian Version it's Rama.
What is the difference of a Indian elephant and an Asian elephant?
There is no difference The Asian and Indian elephant is the same species!!
What is the difference between an Indian Elephant to African elephant?
An Indian Elephant has small ears which are floppy.An African Elephant has big wide ears which are straight.
Where does Indian elephant sculpture come from?
India is the primary source of Indian Elephant sculpture.
What kind of elephant is the biggest out of Indian and African?
The African elephant has the biggest ears!The type of elephant with the biggest name has the biggest ears, the African elephant (not the Asian elephant). That's how I remember.
Which elephant is bigger African elephant or Indian elephant?
The African elephant is the larger of the two species.
What are the two kinds of elephants?
African and Indian elephants are two kinds.
What is Indian elephant?
You will find Indian Elephants in India
