African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) calf suckling

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Description

An African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) calf suckles from it’s mother during a rest period, The elephant’s mammary glands are pectoral, situated between the front legs with one pair of teats.

Photographer: Nick Greaves