Downer, Ann, 1960-

Elephant talk : the surprising science of elephant communication / Ann Downer. - Minneapolis, MN : Twenty-First Century Books, c2011. - 112 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 23 cm.

Includes online resources, access may be limited.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 103-108) and index.

A tale of three elephants -- Born into the heart of a herd -- Trumpets, rumbles, and long-distance calls -- Talking through walls : infrasound -- Ear flaps, trunk curls, and elephant perfume -- Good vibrations -- Gods and monsters : the elephant-human relationship.

Presents an introduction to elephants, describing their different types, habitat, herd behavior, how they communicate using sound, touch, and bodily movement, and the dangers they face from illegal poaching.

ISBN: 9780761357667 (lib. bdg. : alk. paper) 0761357661 (lib. bdg. : alk. paper)

LCCN: 2010024880

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Elephants--Behavior--Juvenile literature.
Animal communication--Juvenile literature.
Animal societies--Juvenile literature.

LC Class. No.: QL737.P98 / D69 2011

Dewey Class. No.: 599.67/4159