Desert-adapted elephants are a unique population of elephants that have evolved to survive in arid environments, particularly in regions like the Namib Desert in Namibia. These elephants have developed several adaptations, such as a larger body size and longer legs, which help them travel long distances in search of food and water. Unlike their forest or savanna counterparts, desert-adapted elephants can go for days without drinking water, relying on moisture from the vegetation they consume. Their social structures are also adapted to the harsh conditions, often forming smaller, more mobile groups to efficiently navigate their challenging habitat.