Hiding, waiting, watching

This young elephant retreated into the bushes when our boat came close. I told the driver to back away (suited me with my big lens), and as we did, it ventured out into the evening light... stunning! :)

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Denise Christopher

Green Fly

This is such a beautiful photo and animal! Posted 8 years ago
1. JohnR
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks :) Posted 8 years ago

The Indian Elephant

The Indian Elephant is one of three recognized subspecies of the Asian elephant, and native to mainland Asia. Since 1986, "Elephas maximus" has been listed as endangered by IUCN as the population has declined by at least 50% over the last three generations, estimated to be 60–75 years. The species is pre-eminently threatened by habitat loss, degradation and fragmentation.

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Similar species: Elephants

Species identified by JohnR