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World Elephant day 2024: 7 Countries with highest elephant population

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Botswana

The majority of African elephants reside in Botswana, where they flourish in the country's extensive national parks and protected areas, especially Chobe National Park.

 

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Tanzania

Tanzania is home to sizable elephant populations, which are essential to their protection, particularly in the Serengeti National Park and the Selous Game Reserve.

 

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Zimbabwe

Elephants in Zimbabwe are mostly found in the Zambezi and Hwange national parks, where they enjoy the benefits of substantial conservation and wildlife management programs.

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Kenya

Kenya sustains a healthy population of elephants by concentrating on habitat preservation and anti-poaching initiatives, thanks to its well-known Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks.

 

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South Africa

Most of South Africa's elephant populations are kept under close observation and protection in the Addo Elephant National Park and the Kruger National Park.

 

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India

Asian elephants are found in large numbers in India; they are mostly found in the Western Ghats and in several national parks, including Periyar and Bandipur.

 

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Myanmar

Asian elephants are found in significant numbers in Myanmar, especially in the country's forested areas, where they play a crucial role in maintaining regional ecosystems.

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