1. African elephant Loxodonta africana

2. Description The African Elephant is characterized by its big head, large ears that cover the shoulders, long and muscular tube and two fangs in the upper jaw, well developed in both sexes but higher in males.

3. NUTRITION African elephants are herbivores. According inhabit the forest, in the prairie or semi-deserts, the percentage of grass and leaves of trees or shrubs from their diet varies considerably. Fruits, branches and leaves: 3, 5%. Herbs, shrubs and roots: 85 %. Seedlings, sprouts and bushes: 11,5%

4. Why is it endangered ? It has haunted the African elephant from antiquity, both for their meat and for their valuable tusks. In 1989 hunting was banned African elephant ivory and traffic. The scientists calculated that, to follow the trend and take no action, the elephant would die in 1995. Hunters who kill these animals have to pay a fine of 10,000 € and is withdrawn hunting license.

5. CURIOSITIES They are the largest land mammals that exist nowadays.They are the largest land mammals that exist nowadays. Males normally measure 6 to 7 meters in length and have a weight of 5.4 to 6 tonnes.Males normally measure 6 to 7 meters in length and have a weight of 5.4 to 6 tonnes. When they move, they do so at 6 km /h to firm step, but when frightened can run at speeds above 40 km /h.When they move, they do so at 6 km /h to firm step, but when frightened can run at speeds above 40 km /h. They are found in parts of Africa south of the Sahara.They are found in parts of Africa south of the Sahara.

6. Made by: ANDRÉS FRESNEDA MARTÍNEZ