Borneo elephant - Wikipedia
The Borneo elephant, also called the Bornean elephant or the Borneo pygmy elephant, is a subspecies of Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) that inhabits northeastern Borneo, in Indonesia and Malaysia. Its origin remains the subject of debate.
The Smallest Elephant on Earth | Wild Indonesia - YouTube
Apr 2, 2016 · Pygmy elephants stand around three feet shorter than their bigger, Asian cousins and they’re found only on the island of Borneo. Subscribe: http://bit.ly/...
Borneo Elephant - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
The smallest elephant in Asia, the Borneo elephant (Elephas maximus borneensis), or otherwise known as the Pygmy elephant is a rather charming and adorable creature. Compared to other Asian elephants, Borneo elephants are more gentle-natured animals.
Borneo Pygmy Elephant Facts | Borneo Wildlife Guide - Nat Hab
The pygmy is the smallest subspecies of elephant in the world. Less than 8.2 feet tall, they have large ears, round bellies, and long tails that may brush the ground as they walk. Females are smaller than their male counterparts and either lack or have shortened tusks.
Borneo elephants: Facts, Threats, & Conservation | IFAW
Borneo elephants, also called Borneo pygmy elephants, are the smallest subspecies of Asian elephant and live in a unique habitat.
Borneo Pygmy Elephant — Global Conservation
Jan 12, 2024 · The Borneo pygmy elephant is the smallest subspecies of Asian elephant, endemic to the island of Borneo. They are one of the least-studied elephants in the world. Common Name: Borneo Pygmy Elephant. Scientific Name: Elephas maximus borneensis. Status: Endangered. Weight: 2,950-5,000 kg (6,600-11,000 lb.) Size: 2.5-3m (8.2-9.8 ft.) tall. Habitats:
Borneo Elephant– Facts, Size, Diet, Pictures - Animal Spot
The Borneo elephant, short for the Borneo pygmy elephant, is a sub-species of the Asian elephant. Their origin has been highly debated. It was believed that they are descendants of the now-extinct Javan elephant brought to Borneo as gifts and then released into the wild.
Bornean Elephant | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
The tropical rainforests of Borneo are one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems on Earth—home to pygmy elephants, Sumatran rhinos, orangutans and clouded leopards.
Borneo Pygmy Elephant Facts | Anatomy, Range, Habitat, Behavior
The Borneo pygmy elephant (Elephas maximus borneensis) or the Borneo elephant is an endangered species that lives in the northeastern Borneo, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It has a life expectancy of about 60 years in the wild.
Bornean pygmy elephant - Rhino and Forest Fund
Although the smallest of the elephant species, the Bornean elephant is still the largest mammal found on Borneo, reaching up to 3 metres high. They differ genetically compared to their mainland cousins, and have baby-like faces, larger ears, and longer tails. A cute bornean pygmy elephant got photographed by our camera trap in 2016.