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Elephas maximus

Elephants are the world's largest land animal and have formed special bonds with man throughout history. The elephant's characteristic trunk is a vital organ used for everything from giving a hug to a snorkel while swimming. As well as trumpeting, elephants have a secret, low frequency, infra-sonic language inaudible to humans. Western Plains Zoo has one female Asian Elephant, Burma, who originally came from a circus.

More info on Taronga's baby elephant