Why do elephants have huge ears – Interesting facts

The reason for these sizes is the hot climate in which these animals live.

Elephants have unique features that make them one of the most recognizable animals on the planet. Their long trunk and huge ears are not just interesting anatomical features, but the result of evolution aimed at survival in extreme conditions.

IFLScience writes about it.

Why do elephants have such big ears?

The African elephant, the largest land mammal in the world, has the largest ears of any modern elephant, accounting for up to 20% of its body surface area. The reason for these sizes is the hot climate in which these animals live. Elephants cover considerable distances, walking an average of 25 km per day and sometimes up to 190 km, often encountering the arid regions and deserts of Africa.

To maintain optimal body temperature (36°C)…