World Elephant day 2024: 7 Countries with highest elephant population

The majority of African elephants reside in Botswana, where they flourish in the country's extensive national parks and protected areas, especially Chobe National Park.

Tanzania is home to sizable elephant populations, which are essential to their protection, particularly in the Serengeti National Park and the Selous Game Reserve.

Elephants in Zimbabwe are mostly found in the Zambezi and Hwange national parks, where they enjoy the benefits of substantial conservation and wildlife management programs.

Kenya sustains a healthy population of elephants by concentrating on habitat preservation and anti-poaching initiatives, thanks to its well-known Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks.

Most of South Africa's elephant populations are kept under close observation and protection in the Addo Elephant National Park and the Kruger National Park.

Asian elephants are found in large numbers in India; they are mostly found in the Western Ghats and in several national parks, including Periyar and Bandipur.

Asian elephants are found in significant numbers in Myanmar, especially in the country's forested areas, where they play a crucial role in maintaining regional ecosystems.