Elephants have a unique mating ritual that involves courtship displays, vocalizations, and physical interactions. Bulls (male elephants) compete for the attention of receptive females, often engaging in aggressive behaviors like pushing and shoving. Once a female is ready to mate, she signals her readiness through specific behaviors and pheromones. Mating itself is brief but intense, typically lasting only a few minutes. After mating, the female undergoes a gestation period of around 22 months b