African forest elephant
The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is a herbivorous mammal native to Africa.
The African forest elephant is an elephant species native to humid tropical forests in West Africa and the Congo Basin. It was first described in 1900. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Loxodonta cyclotis
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Elephantidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 4.8 tonnes
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Critically Endangered
What does an African forest elephant eat?
The african forest elephant is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is an African forest elephant?
The african forest elephant weighs around 4.8 tonnes.
Where do African forest elephants live?
African forest elephants are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the african forest elephant endangered?
The african forest elephant is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.