Elephants are without a doubt one of the most amazing animals on Earth. They are the largest living land mammal, and the closest thing to a Mammoth we will ever get to witness. According to Discover Wildlife's website, elephants form female-led tight-knit groups consisting of a dominant matriarch, so elephants are all for female power which makes us love them even more! They have extraordinary long-term memories, and experiments have shown that they are emotional creatures who understand the emotions of other elephants and also express human-like emotions of grief and even crying. And if that wasn't enough, their unique trunk and giant ears make them one of the most beautiful and unique creatures in the world.
While there are so many things to love about elephants, humans have prioritized their ivory tusks over their other, far more redeeming qualities, for centuries which has lead to their near extinction. According to the IUCN Elephants have been listed as an Endangered Species since 1986. The Great Elephant Census, the largest animal census ever taken, reported that in 2016 352,271 African savanna elephants remained in 18 countries which was a 30% decrease in only seven years. This census spurred conservation action around the world as it finally put into perspective how seriously elephant populations were declining.
Luckily, because of the heroic actions of conservationists across the world, there are a number of ways you can show your love to the elephants. In this article you will find you tons of options for you to shop, adopt, sign, or donate to make sure your favorite 13,000 pound friends stick around.
SHOP TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS
Ivory Ella offers a large selection of stylish clothing and accessories that feature their adorable elephant logo. Ivory Ella helps save elephants by donating 10 percent of their annual profits to the Save The Elephants organization.
Divinity LA donates $1 to International Elephant Foundation with each purchase of this bracelet.
Wakened Apparel Donates to a number of different charities through the sale of a number of different items. 10% of the proceeds from the purchase of this blanket will be donated to the International Elephant Foundation, working to protect the preservation of elephants worldwide.
Elephant & Co. donates 100% of its profits to the International Elephant Foundation.
Wakened Apparel Donates to a number of different charities through the sale of a number of different items. 10% of the proceeds from the purchase of this blanket will be donated to the International Elephant Foundation, working to protect the preservation of elephants worldwide.
RHEA donates 10% from each sale to the International Elephant Foundation
Love Brand donates 5% of the company's revenues to fund projects, put forward to us from all corners of the globe through their charity partners; Elephant Family, The David Shelddrick Wildlife Trust and Tusk Trust.
ADOPT TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS
The World Wild Life Foundation offers this Adopt An Elephant package where 100% of the proceeds go toward the foundation's work towards saving elephants.
DONATE TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS
Save The Elephants Donation Page
African Wildlife Foundation Donation Page
International Elephant Foundation Donation Page
SIGN TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS
Save the elephants. Ban the sale of ivory in California Petition
