Elephas maximus indicus
EN Herbivore Grasslands, Forests
2000–5000 kg
Weight
60–80 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Asia (Southeast)
Found In
Weighing 2000–5000 kg, the Asian Elephant (Elephas maximus indicus) ranks as one of the heaviest herbivore mammals (#3 of 50). Native to Asia (Southeast), it lives in grasslands, forests habitats and is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Asian Elephant | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.5K kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 2885% |
| Height | 250 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 70 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 211% |
Endemic to Asia (Southeast)
Habitat: Grasslands, Forests
Found In: Asia (Southeast)
Coloration: Grey
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Herd-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 640–660 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 60–80 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #2 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
| 6 | Okapi | 200–350 kg | EN |
The Elephantidae Family
The Elephantidae family has 3 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | Herbivore | VU |
| Woolly Mammoth | Up to 12000 kg | Herbivore | EX |