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A close-up of an African elephant (Loxodonta africana) shows its tough wrinkled hide, which earned it the moniker 'pachyderm' (Greek for "thick skin"). Unlike in Asian elephants, female Aftican elephants also bear tusks. Like Asian elephants, African elephants continue to be hunted by poachers who supply the illegal trade in ivory. © KALYAN VARMA. Experience more wildlife images like these at Kalyan Varma's website.
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