How did the elephant address the gathering?English
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Elephants have six sets of cheek teeth (molars and premolars) in their lifetime, but they do not erupt all at once. At birth an elephant has two or three pairs of cheek teeth in each jaw. New teeth develop from behind and slowly move forward as worn teeth fragment in front and either fall out or are swallowed and excreted. Each new set is successively longer, wider, and heavier. The last molars can measure nearly 40 cm (almost 16 inches) long and weigh more than 5 kg (about 11 pounds). Only the last four molars or their remains are present after about 60 years of age. Sometimes tooth loss is the cause of death, as it brings on starvation. BECAUSE I WAS KNOW FIRST ONLY
As the sun sinks towards the horizon and the air begins to cool, you look out over the vast reservoir; a peaceful sight, of flat drying grasslands and gently rippling water. Shadows begin to emerge from the surrounding jungle, one by one, elephants slowly make their way out of the shady trees and out onto the plains towards the water, glistening under what is left of the afternoon sun. Seemingly from every direction these magnificent animals converge. Different herds travelling together as one, with just a single goal in mind: water.
You sit and watch as these huge animals drink, play and snack on the green, lush grasses that have been exposed by the receding water. This little area, wild with life, is home for the dry season to over 300 elephants that have come from all over the North Central Province of Sri Lanka
This is not a migration, but an annual coming together of wild animals. Herds come from as far as Kantale to sip the sweet waters of the Minneriya tank and you can be there to witness this magnificent event, up close and personal.
How can I see the elephant gathering?
To see ‘The Gathering’ you will need to head to Minneriya National Park and we can easily tailor this into your Sri Lanka safari. Cinnamon Lodge has great access to the park and you can embark on drives to see the elephants from there. They are active as the sun is going down, meaning you can explore the park in the day in search of other wildlife before settling into a comfy spot to watch their antics in the late afternoon. From Cinnamon Lodge you can also easily explore the Cultural Triangle, go bird watching in Habarana, explore Wilpattu National Park or witness the magnificent Sigiriya Rock.
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