The Secret Language of Elephants

The Secret Language of Elephants

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Science, Biology

11th Grade - University

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In 1984, Katherine Payne discovered that elephants communicate using infrasound, which is inaudible to humans. This low-frequency sound allows elephants to communicate over long distances, even up to 10 kilometers, and is not easily blocked by obstacles. Elephants use this ability to coordinate movements and respond to environmental changes. They can also predict weather changes by detecting distant storms. This understanding of elephants' communication and environmental interaction is crucial for their conservation.

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