Giraffe to Camel: 6 Animals with the Longest Pregnancies

African elephants have the longest pregnancy among land animals, lasting 22 months, ensuring their calves fully develop when born.

Both dromedary and Bactrian, Camels carry pregnancies for 13 to 14 months, preparing their calves to thrive in harsh desert conditions.

Sperm whales carry pregnancies for 16 to 18 months, ensuring their calves are ready to thrive in the tough ocean conditions.

Asian elephants carry pregnancies for 18 to 22 months, giving time for their big brains and social skills to develop.

Giraffes carry babies for about 15 months, so their calves can stand and run soon after birth.

Rhinos, like white and Indian species, have pregnancies lasting 15 to 18 months, resulting in robust calves well-suited to their environments.