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Models of an Asiatic elephant (left) and an African elephant (right), on display in the Mammal and Whale Gallery (number 24) at the Natural History Museum, London
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In this photograph from the Mammal and Whale Gallery at the Natural History Museum in London, two meticulously crafted models of elephants, an Asiatic elephant on the left and an African elephant on the right, proudly take center stage. The gallery, number 24, is a testament to the museum's commitment to preserving and showcasing the natural world's most magnificent creatures. The Asiatic elephant, with its distinctive smaller ears and concave back, stands tall and majestic, its curved tusks gracefully curving downwards. This Proboscidean, a member of the Mammalia class, is further classified as part of the Elephantidae family, within the larger order of the Proboscidea. The Asiatic elephant is native to South and Southeast Asia and is a placental mammal, meaning it nourishes its young with milk produced in the placenta during pregnancy. In stark contrast, the African elephant on the right boasts larger ears and a more pronounced, convex back. Its tusks, which can weigh up to 140 pounds each, curve upwards and are a defining feature of this magnificent creature. The African elephant, also a Proboscidean and a member of the Elephantidae family, is the largest living terrestrial animal and is the largest living placental mammal. The Mammal and Whale Gallery, a treasure trove of natural history, offers visitors a unique opportunity to learn about the diverse and fascinating world of mammals and marine life. This photograph, with its intricately detailed models, serves as a reminder of the rich biodiversity that exists on our planet and the importance of preserving it for future generations.
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