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Loxodonta

Loxodonta

9.9
A group of African elephants, including the bush and forest elephants
  • noun
  • /lɒkˈsɒdəntə/
  • Specialized
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  • The African bush elephant belongs to the genus Loxodonta.

Examples

  • Unlike the Asian elephants, members of Loxodonta have larger ears and differently shaped teeth.

  • The African bush elephant is a well-known species within the genus Loxodonta.

  • Scientists recently discovered new genetic distinctions within Loxodonta.

  • The Loxodonta is the largest land mammal.

  • Did you know that the Loxodonta can weigh up to 12,000 pounds?

  • Researchers are studying the behavior of Loxodonta to understand their social structures.

  • Due to habitat loss, Loxodonta populations are declining across much of Africa.

Compounds

Loxodonta africana
  • Specialized
8.9

A large African elephant with big ears and long tusks

Surface Forms

Loxodonta singular
Loxodontas plural

Etymology

Loxodonta comes from Greek parts loxos ('slanting') and odont ('tooth'), because the back teeth of these African elephants have a slanted, plate-like shape. So the name points to their tooth shape and helps explain why scientists use Loxodonta for this group of African elephants.