Tuskless Elephants

Who is Joyce Poole?

• A park ranger in Gorongosa

• A wildlife photographer

• A scientist studying elephant behavior

• A veterinarian for elephants

What happened to many elephants during the civil war in Mozambique?

• They migrated to other countries

• They were relocated to other parks

• They were killed for their tusks

• They were protected by local communities

Why are some female elephants in Gorongosa tuskless?

• They are a different species of elephant

• They lost their tusks in fights

• They were born without tusks due to poaching pressure

• It's a result of a genetic mutation

How does tusklessness benefit elephants in areas with heavy poaching?

• They can run faster without tusks

• They are less likely to be targeted by poachers

• They can swim better without tusks

• They can hide better in the forest

What is causing changes in elephant populations across Africa?

• New conservation laws

• Demand for ivory

• Increased tourism

• Climate change