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The top side of an elephant’s trunk stretches more than the bottom

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an elephant trunk grabbing something from a human hand

The tough upper surface of an elephant’s trunk is stretchier than the wrinkled skin underneath, a new study finds.

A. Schulz, Adam Thompson/Zoo Atlanta

By Meghan Rosen

- More than 2 years ago

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On a sunny day at Zoo Atlanta in 2020, Kelly the African bush elephant reached for a snack and revealed something strange.