Loxodonta spp.
AFRICA | SAVANNA & FORESTS
The gentle giant of the African wilderness
With uncanny intelligence and a toolbox full of clever adaptations, these unmistakable giants are the largest living land animal. Do you know how much water an elephant can hold in its trunk?
Group
Mammals
Life Span
60-70 Years
Weight
5,000-14,000 Pounds
Conservation Status
Endangered
Meet Your ZooBuddy
Quest
he/him
Nairobi, Kenya
Quest is a wildlife guide with a deep love for the savannas, grasslands, and woodlands of Africa. His passion for large predators was ignited in college when he had the opportunity to be part of a video production crew for a wildlife documentary. He fell in love with the power and grace of lions and other big cats, and he is now our resident expert on African animals of all sizes. Quest’s engaging personality and profound knowledge of the natural world make his tours both inspiring and informative. When he’s not guiding tours, Quest enjoys writing about wildlife conservation and mentoring aspiring young naturalists, sharing his insights and experiences to foster a new generation of wildlife enthusiasts.