An Elephant bull browses on acacia. The acacia is one of their favourite forms of browse and elephants are vital for the germination and dispersal.

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An Elephant bull browses on acacia twigs. The acacia is one of their favourite forms of browse and elephants are vital for the germination and dispersal of their seeds.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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