From their floppy ears to their giant trunks and massive size, there’s a lot that stands out about the elephant. Elephant tusks are both a valuable tool and a potential liability for these gentle ...

Many idioms and cultural references are made about the elephant’s trunks, heavy limbs, enormous size, and tusks. But would you believe that not all elephants have tusks? Tuskless elephants exist, and ...

Why do elephants have ivory tusks? Elephant tusks evolved from teeth, giving the species an evolutionary advantage. They serve a variety of purposes: digging, lifting objects, gathering food, ...

A full-grown elephant was shot dead by suspected poachers in Tripura's Khowai district, with its tusks removed. Forest officials launched an investigation after finding the body with gunshot wounds. A ...

Police in Kitengela are holding two suspects found in possession of five elephant trophies. The two were arrested at a hotel as they prepare to hand over the consignment to the buyer. According to ...

Krishnagiri: Forest officers attached to the Hosur forest division on Sunday arrested a seven-member gang for attempting to sell a pair of elephant tusks. The wildlife warden of the Hosur forest ...