Elephants are known for their intelligence and social complexity, and recent observations show they might even engage in playful pranks. A new study documents Asian elephants’ skillful use of hoses ...

Two young male elephants greet the dominant male who invites younger males to accompany and leave with him. Caitlin O’Connell-Rodwell & Tim Rodwell When scientists study elephant communications, they ...

Have you ever scrolled through social media and stumbled upon an adorable image of a baby animal? Have you ever wondered if the image was real or just too cute to be true? VERIFY reader Blanca emailed ...

Elephants are known for being wildly intelligent and incredibly social. They’re also one of the few animals — aside from humans — that grieve for their dead. They form tight social bonds with their ...

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Just like people, some elephants might have more of a knack for puzzles than others, new research this week suggests. The study of wild Asian elephants at an animal sanctuary found that only some were ...

An elephant takes part in a test trial where the human’s body and face are directed towards the animal. Kyoto, Japan -- With their massive flapping ears and long trunks, it isn't hard to believe that ...