Mammal
African Elephant
The largest land animal alive today
Family Elephantidae
Elephantidae is a taxonomic family in the order Proboscidea, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: African Elephant and Asian Elephant. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Elephantidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| African Elephant Loxodonta africana | 6,000 kg | 7.5 m | 40 km/h | 65 yrs | Africa | Endangered |
| Asian Elephant Elephas maximus | 4,000 kg | 6.5 m | 40 km/h | 65 yrs | Asia | Endangered |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
