The Secret World of Elephants at Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Big Feet, Big Ears, Big Secrets. How do elephants “hear” with their feet, use the 40,000 muscles in their trunks or reshape the forests and savannas they live in? Discover the hidden lives of Earth’s largest land animals in The Secret World of Elephants, an exhibition that reveals the biology, behavior and impact of these iconic giants. From sensing vibrations through their feet to wielding their muscled trunks with remarkable precision, elephants experience the world in fascinating ways. Examine both modern elephants and their ancient relatives by exploring their remarkable intelligence and sensory abilities, the important role they play in sustaining healthy ecosystems and the ongoing efforts to address the threats they face. See a full-scale woolly mammoth model, touch tooth casts, experience a sound station using low-frequency vibrations, learn why elephants are essential to the health of our planet, and more.