The African Elephant (Loxodonta africana) is a remarkable mammal, instantly recognisable by the sound it makes.
What sound does an African Elephant make? An African Elephant makes a loud, brassy trumpeting call. Press the play button above to hear a real African Elephant trumpet and listen to exactly how it sounds.
Elephants trumpet through their trunk and also rumble at very low frequencies that travel for kilometres to reach distant herds. Listening closely is a lovely way to get to know the African Elephant and tell it apart from other mammals.
Mammals often rely on calls to bond with family and warn of danger. For the African Elephant, these sounds are an important part of daily life.
Tap play to listen to the African Elephant, then explore more animal sounds in our free library. Whether you are a curious child, a parent, or a teacher, it is a fun and easy way to learn how African Elephants really sound.