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Madmamaelephant

Mother Asiatic elephant, illustrating aggressive behavior because she feels her calf is being threatened (Elephas maximus).

About this image

Identification: Elephas maximus (Asiatic elephant)
Location: Udawalawe Wildlife Sanctuary, Sri Lanka
Date Taken: November 2004
Contributors: David Behrens
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Subjects: Subject Live Animal; Type Photo; Life Stages and Gender adult/sexually mature; Anatomy female; Behaviors parental care protecting young; Behaviors communication aggressive display

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