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Elephants choose smooth, food-rich paths to save energy. Their movement depends on terrain, speed, and water access.

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of the elephants avoided steep slopes and rough terrain, demonstrating a clear preference for energy-efficient paths.

Two suspects were arrested while transporting elephant tusks in a village in Gongoni, Magarini, Kilifi County.

Similarly, water sources play a key role in where they choose to go. However, individual elephants can respond to water ...

Massive and energy-hungry, elephants face real challenges in navigating their landscapes. New research using over two decades ...