Asian Elephant

Endangered

Estimated remaining: ~50,000

Habitat

Varied habitats across 13 countries in South and Southeast Asia including grasslands, tropical evergreen forests, deciduous forests, and cultivated areas near water sources.

Threats

• Habitat loss and fragmentation
• Human-elephant conflict
• Poaching for ivory, meat, and skin
• Capture for domestic use
• Infrastructure development in migration routes

Conservation efforts

Protected areas and elephant corridors across range countries. Human-elephant conflict mitigation using early warning systems and barriers. Anti-poaching patrols and intelligence networks. Transboundary conservation initiatives. Community-based conservation programs.