Elephants are able to communicate with each other through ground vibrations due to their massive ears, reveals new research. (O'Connell & Rodwell via SWNS)
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Elephants can communicate with each other through ground vibrations thanks to their massive ears, reveals new research.
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Their large and heavy lugholes - along with ear canals that can be sealed off at will - allow the iconic species to stay in touch with other herd members through "vibes" over six miles away. (O'Connell & Rodwell via SWNS)
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