Do elephants have good memory?: Quick Facts

Written and fact-checked by

The Information Architects of Encyclopaedia Britannica

Photos

A herd of elephants, including adults and calves, stands and drinks at the edge of a water hole in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, with grassy plains and trees in the background.

See All Images →

Topics

elephant animal intelligence Which Animal Is the Smartest?How long do elephants live?How intelligent are dolphins?Are donkeys intelligent?What is a female elephant called?What are elephant trunks used for?How much does an elephant weigh?mammoth What’s the Difference Between Asian and African Elephants?Eurasian Magpie: A True Bird Brain