African elephants are members of the genus Loxodonta comprising two living elephant species, the African bush elephant (L. africana) and the smaller African forest elephant (L. cyclotis). Both are …

5 days ago · More than 145,000 African forest elephants roam the rainforests of Africa, according to a recent population assessment. Published in December by the African Elephant Specialist Group at …

Dec 27, 2025 · At present the African bush elephant resides in pockets scattered across 23 African countries in habitats that range from savannas and forests to deserts.

5 days ago · The elephant, the largest land animal on Earth, is a megaherbivore whose survival is tightly linked to the climate of its habitat. While all elephants are adapted to warm regions, their …

Aug 4, 2025 · Where do African elephants live? African elephants inhabit a variety of ecosystems, including savannas, forests, and wetlands, across 37 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.

Nov 18, 2025 · The African elephant thrives in diverse habitats like savannas and coastal zones, helping to shape landscapes and support biodiversity. They primarily eat grasses, leaves, and fruits, …

Nov 26, 2025 · African Elephants (Loxodonta africana and L. cyclotis) Fact Sheet: Distribution & Habitat

As the largest terrestrial animal on earth, the loxodonta africana plays a crucial role in regulating the ecosystem within its range. Due to its impressive size, it naturally clears woodlands by uprooting …

Habitat and distribution African elephants live across sub Saharan Africa in savannas, woodlands and wetlands. Herds move long distances following water sources and seasonal foods.

African elephants roam 37 countries. Forest elephants are in sharp decline due to poaching and habitat loss. Learn how to help protect them.