Sri Lanka’s proud elephant resource

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Sri Lanka’s proud elephant resource

Sri Lankan elephants are a subspecies of Asian elephants, native to the beautiful island of Sri Lanka.

They are slightly smaller than African elephants but are the largest among Asian elephant subspecies.

A unique feature is that most males lack tusks, making them distinct from other elephants.

These gentle giants play a significant role in Sri Lankan culture, often featured in grand festivals like the Esala Perahera. They are primarily found in national parks such as Yala, Udawalawe, and Minneriya.

Minneriya National Park is famous for the “Gathering,” where hundreds of elephants congregate during the dry season.

They are highly social animals, living in female-led herds, with males typically leading solitary live As ecosystem engineers, they help maintain biodiversity by dispersing seeds and shaping the landscape.

Protecting Sri Lankan elephants is crucial to preserving the island’s rich natural heritage and cultural identity