7 Reasons Why Elephants Are Awesome

We all love elephants, here are 7 more reasons why!

1. Elephants hug with their trunks!

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2. Elephants can recognize themselves in a mirror.

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"Oh hey there, gorgeous."

3. Elephants can get sunburned, so they protect themselves with sand.

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4. Elephants display signs of anger, joy, grief, and play.

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Elephants have feelings too!

5. Elephants hire babysitters

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After carrying their unborn young for around 22 months, it’s no wonder that mother elephants sometimes need a break. Elephant culture embodies the “it takes a village” mindset, with mothers appointing several babysitters to care for her baby so that she has time to eat enough to produce sufficient milk for it.

6. Elephants have a great sense of humor

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"If the internet loves anything, it’s a good sense of humor. Look at this elephant just goofin’ around like one of the guys. What a goof! Welcome to the internet, friend. You’ll fit right in."

7. And finally, they have their own pants!

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And we need help saving them from poaching! With every pair of Elephant Pants sold, $1 will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation to keep these playful, awesome creatures around. Look good, and help our tusk-y friends!

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