Elephas maximus

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Asian elephant having smaller ears and tusks primarily in the male: A large mammal of the family Elephantidae, native to Asia, characterized by smaller ears and the fact that only some males have prominent tusks.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Elephas maximus is an endangered species.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for the survival of Elephas maximus in the wild.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific Classification: The term Elephas maximus is the binomial (scientific) name for the species. It is used in formal, academic, and zoological contexts.
    • The genus Elephas contains the living species Elephas maximus and several extinct species.
Variants and Related Words
  • Asian elephant: The common name for Elephas maximus.
    • The Asian elephant is slightly smaller than its African cousin.
  • Elephantidae: The biological family to which Elephas maximus belongs.
Synonyms
  • Asian elephant: The most common synonym in non-scientific English.
  • Indian elephant: A common subspecies () often referred to by this name, though it is not synonymous with the entire species.
Related Phrases
  • Conservation status of Elephas maximus: A phrase used in environmental and biological discussions.
    • The conservation status of Elephas maximus is listed as Endangered.
Noun
  1. Asian elephant having smaller ears and tusks primarily in the male

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