Elephant cognition is animal cognition as present in elephants. Most contemporary ethologists view the elephant as one of the world's most intelligent animals.

Exploring the significance of the elephant brain and its comparison to the human brain, this article aims to shed light on the structure, function, and cognitive abilities of these majestic creatures.

Here we investigate the possibility that the human brain has a larger number of neurons than even larger brains by determining the cellular composition of the brain of the African elephant.

Jul 29, 2025 · The foundation of elephant memory lies in the sheer size and intricate structure of their brains. Adult elephants possess the largest brains of any land animal, weighing …

Elephants have many engaging features, from their incredibly dexterous trunks to their memory abilities and complex social lives. But there is much less discussion of their brains, even …

May 21, 2025 · Research reveals key brain differences between Asian and African elephants, offering insights into intelligence, behavior, and brain growth.

Feb 17, 2021 · Compared to humans, elephant brains have more cortical real estate and fewer neurons to accommodate: their brains are three times bigger than humans’, but their cortices …

Elephants have a large and highly convoluted neocortex, with the greatest volume available for cognitive processing of all land mammals.

Elephants are descendants of ancient mammalian species that evolved large brains to support their herbivorous diet and social behaviors. Humans, on the other hand, are part of the primate …

Aug 12, 2018 · Here's a look at how unique brain structures - different from those of any other mammal - are responsible for elephants' special abilities in learning and memory.