In Amboseli, Esau’s moment has arrived. As other males circle, he relies not on force, but skill and restraint -- while younger elephants watch and learn what it takes to mate.

• During courtship, a male and a female elephant will rub their bodies on each other and even wrap trunks. The females tend to run away from the males and he will have to pursue her. This game of cat ...

Understanding the Rise, Decline, and Survival of African Elephants These gentle giants are not only powerful in size but also ...