African elephant eye and skin
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African elephant eye and skin
Elephant eye and skin. Close up of the eye of an African elephant (Loxodonta africana). The long eyelashes are to protect the eyes from dust and insects. The elephants thick, hard skin is wrinkled to provide a large surface area that helps to keep it cool. African elephants are the worlds largest land animal, weighing up to 10, 000 kilograms and measuring 3.5 metres in height. Photographed at Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty and incredible features of an African elephant's eye and skin. The close-up shot reveals the intricate details of this majestic creature, highlighting its natural protection mechanisms. The eye, surrounded by long eyelashes, serves as a shield against dust and insects that inhabit its habitat. This adaptation ensures the elephant's ocular health while navigating through its environment. Meanwhile, the thick and wrinkled skin plays a crucial role in thermo-regulation, providing a large surface area for cooling purposes. As the world's largest land animal, weighing up to 10,000 kilograms and standing at 3.5 meters tall, these physiological attributes are essential for survival in their native East Africa. Photographed at Lake Manyara National Park in Tanzania – a renowned wildlife sanctuary – this image captures not only the physical characteristics but also represents the rich biodiversity found within African national parks. It symbolizes nature's resilience and showcases how these magnificent creatures have adapted to thrive in their surroundings. This photograph from Science Photo Library invites us into the fascinating world of African elephants – powerful herbivores that hold an important place in our planet's ecosystem. It reminds us of their significance as one of Africa's "Big Five" game animals while emphasizing their unique biological traits that make them truly remarkable beings.
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