We have a really BIG list of reasons why we love elephants, here are just a few for World Elephant Day. | National Geographic UK

This young bull elephant has much to learn. Luckily, his large family will teach him everything he needs to know to survive in the wild and in the elephants complex social structure. Watch Great Migrations, Sundays at 8pm on National Geographic WILD UK. | National Geographic UK

Conservation efforts are helping restore mega-herds of elephants in parts of Africa, including Kenya. Initiatives like anti-poaching laws, habitat restoration, and community-run conservancies have played a major role. In Kenya, over 230 community-managed reserves now protect wildlife while supporting local livelihoods. These efforts have created safe spaces for elephants to thrive, leading to stable or growing populations in some areas. This success highlights the importance of collaboration bet