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A Secret Language: Infrasonic Communication in Elephants

A Secret Language: Infrasonic Communication in Elephants Elephants are highly intelligent, complex, and social animals, with intricate herd dynamics. They have evolved advanced communication abilities, and use a vast array of techniques to convey messages to other elephants, not only in their immediate vicinity, but sometimes across great distances. We have previously discussed the general […]

Elephants: Domestic or Captive?

Elephants: Domestic or Captive? The relationship between Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) and humans has a long, complex, and partially obscure history. It is not known when the first elephant was captured or kept by humans, but it is generally agreed that the earliest known representations of elephants in captivity have been found on seals from […]

Thai Elephant-Assisted Therapy Research Outcomes in Autistic Individuals

Thai Elephant-Assisted Therapy Research Outcomes in Autistic Individuals Please Note: The information provided herein is for informational purposes only. The Care Project Foundation (TCPF) is in no way affiliated with any animal-assisted therapy organisation or individual researcher, nor do we provide therapy sessions or participate in related research projects. We intend simply to spread awareness […]

Communication in Asian Elephants

Communication in Asian Elephants Asian elephants are highly intelligent creatures with complex social lives and a hierarchical herd structure. To facilitate the creation and maintenance of such intricate social interaction, elephants have evolved a broad array of communication methods and techniques. These include communication methods which utilise senses we are familiar with as humans – […]

Common Diagnostic Practices & the Importance of Physical Examination in Asian Elephants

Common Diagnostic Practices & the Importance of Physical Examination in Asian Elephants Asian elephants are susceptible to a large number of ailments throughout their lifespan, ranging from relatively minor problems to potentially life-threatening, rapid-onset issues which require immediate specialised treatment. When caring for domestic elephants, The Care Project Foundation emphasises close monitoring, prophylactic administration of […]

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