Elephants are the largest land mammals on earth and have distinctly massive bodies, large ears, and long trunks. They use their trunks to pick up objects, trumpet warnings, greet other elephants, or suck up water for drinking or bathing, among other uses The Asian elephant, scientifically known as Elephas maximus, is one of the two extant species of elephants, with the other being the African elephant. Here's a description of the Asian elephant:
Size and Appearance: Asian elephants are the largest land animals in Asia. They have a robust and sturdy build. On average, males can reach a height of 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3 meters) at the shoulder, while females are slightly smaller. Adult males weigh between 5,000 to 11,000 pounds (2,300 to 5,000 kilograms), whereas females typically weigh around 3,000 to 6,000 pounds (1,400 to 2,700 kilograms). They have a long, muscular trunk, large floppy ears, and two long, curved ivory tusks, which are actually elongated incisor teeth.