Loxodonta africana
VU Herbivore Savannah, Forest
2700–6000 kg
Weight
60–70 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Africa
Found In
Weighing 2700–6000 kg, the African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) ranks as one of the heaviest herbivore mammals (#2 of 50). Native to Africa, it lives in savannah, forest habitats and is classified as Vulnerable.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | African Elephant | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.4K kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 3610% |
| Height | 290 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 25 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 65 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 189% |
Endemic to Africa
Habitat: Savannah, Forest
Found In: Africa
Coloration: Grey
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Herd-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 640–660 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 60–70 years
Why It Is Vulnerable
VU Listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List — one of 34 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Vulnerable Species
Ranked #2 of 34 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
| 6 | Shortfin Mako Shark | Up to 800 kg | VU |
The Elephantidae Family
The Elephantidae family has 3 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | Herbivore | EN |
| Woolly Mammoth | Up to 12000 kg | Herbivore | EX |