Gentle souls, big dreams

An elephant’s trunk contains around 40,000 muscles, making it incredibly strong and dexterous. With their trunks, elephants can perform a wide range of tasks such as grasping objects, picking up small items, drinking water, spraying themselves to keep cool, and even greeting each other through trunk-to-trunk interactions. They can also use their trunks as a snorkel while swimming, reaching up to the water’s surface for breathing. Additionally, elephants use their trunks for communication, producing a variety of sounds by blowing air through it, which helps them communicate over long distances. The trunk is truly a remarkable adaptation that showcases the ingenuity and adaptability of these magnificent creatures.

Kruger National Park, South Africa