Asian Elephants

When Queen Elizabeth II played with her 'namesake' baby elephant at London Zoo – MUST watch

The Queen, accompanied by Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, came face to face some Asian elephants, including the herd's youngest member named after her.

Apr 12, 2017, 13:10 PM IST

Western Ghats are facing dark days – Know why

But sadly the internationally recognized Western Ghats are now facing serious threats from harmful human activities like aggressive logging and mining.

Jun 12, 2016, 11:01 AM IST

Western Ghats are facing dark days – Know why

But sadly the internationally recognized Western Ghats are now facing serious threats from harmful human activities like aggressive logging and mining.

Jun 12, 2016, 11:01 AM IST

Asian jumbos play key role in spreading green cover

Asian elephants play a vital role in the ecology of the forest and help spread green cover because of their eating and movement pattern, says a study by the researchers of the Indian Institute of Science and Princeton University.

Oct 04, 2015, 12:42 PM IST

Elephants born into stressful situations age faster

Asian elephants born during times when their mothers experience highest stress levels not only produce significantly fewer offspring in their lifetime but also decline much more rapidly in older age.

Sep 15, 2015, 18:53 PM IST