The African Savanna Elephant is the largest land animal on Earth, known for its impressive size and distinctive features. These elephants can weigh up to 12,000 pounds and stand about 10 to 13 feet tall at the shoulder. They have large ears that help regulate their body temperature and long trunks used for feeding, drinking, and social interactions. These elephants primarily inhabit the grasslands and open woodlands of sub-Saharan Africa. They are herbivores, feeding on grasses, leaves, and fruits. African Savanna Elephants play a crucial role in their ecosystem by helping to maintain the landscape and creating habitats for other species.