*Please note that as each piece is handcrafted, there will be slight variations in the pieces.
The Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) is one of the most revered and significant species in the animal kingdom, known for its intelligence, complex social structures, and cultural importance across various Asian countries.
Unfortunately, they are currently classified as endangered due to a combination of factors. Habitat loss and fragmentation, driven primarily by agricultural expansion, urbanization, and infrastructure development, have drastically reduced their natural living spaces. Additionally, human-elephant conflicts often result in fatalities on both sides, as elephants sometimes raid crops and humans retaliate to protect their livelihoods. Poaching for ivory, skin, and other body parts also poses a severe threat, despite legal protections. The compounded pressures from these threats have led to a significant decline in their populations, necessitating urgent and comprehensive conservation efforts to ensure their survival.
