Asian and African elephants are the two main species of elephants in the world, with each having distinct features and behaviors. Asian elephants have smaller ears, smoother skin, and a rounded back compared to African elephants which have larger ears, more wrinkled skin, and a saddle-shaped back. Male Asian elephants are smaller in size and often have smaller or no tusks, while both male and female African elephants have tusks.
Asian elephants have a long history of being domesticated for work and transport, especially in India and Southeast Asia. African elephants have rarely been domesticated. Asian elephants have significant cultural and religious roles in countries like India, where they are used in religious ceremonies and festivals. Both species are endangered, but Asian elephants are more threatened, primarily due to habitat loss and fragmentation.

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