On Animal Planet's "Fooled by Nature," the elephant bull's massive size could limit their movement, but hollow air pockets in the skull allow them to freely move their heads. Rival bulls engage in fierce competition for female companionship.
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Fooled by Nature: Elephant Airheads
On Animal Planet's "Fooled by Nature," the elephant bull's massive size could limit their movement, but hollow air pockets in the skull allow them to freely move their heads. Rival bulls engage in fierce competition for female companionship.
Added: Sep 11, 2008
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