Leader of the Pachyderm

Despite reported differences in appearance and behavior, DNA evidence finds that Namibian desert elephants share the same DNA as African savanna elephants. But differences in behavior show that they pass on their unique knowledge and survival skills to future generations by teaching their young. Fascinating, right? Listen, then, as Anthony attempts to completely derail this very interesting story and Jeff keeps trying to talk about it.

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Today’s story was sent in by Alik "The Golfer" Evans: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/08/160803161607.htm

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