Statements (107)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:animals
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| gptkbp:age |
Calves are cared for by the entire herd
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| gptkbp:behavior |
Social
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| gptkbp:benefits |
Job creation in conservation.
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| gptkbp:biodiversity |
Key species for ecosystem health
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| gptkbp:breeding_season |
Year-round
Year-round breeding |
| gptkbp:captive_breeding |
Not commonly practiced
Not practiced |
| gptkbp:climate_adaptation |
Adapt to changing environments
Migration to cooler areas |
| gptkbp:climate_impact |
Sensitive to climate change
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| gptkbp:communication |
Vocalizations and body language
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| gptkbp:community_involvement |
Local communities engaged in conservation
Local communities involved in conservation efforts Need for habitat protection Efforts to enhance resilience to climate change |
| gptkbp:conservation_efforts |
Protected areas
Collaboration with NGOs Community education programs Anti-poaching initiatives Supported by various NGOs Funding and habitat loss WWF, SANParks |
| gptkbp:conservation_status |
Endangered
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| gptkbp:cultural_heritage |
Part of local identity
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| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
Featured in art and literature
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Symbol of conservation efforts
Symbol of conservation efforts in South Africa |
| gptkbp:diet |
gptkb:herbivore
Bark, leaves, and fruits |
| gptkbp:ecological_role |
Seed dispersers
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| gptkbp:ecotourism_benefits |
Revenue for conservation projects
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| gptkbp:educational_programs |
Programs in schools about wildlife conservation
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| gptkbp:endemic_to |
Not endemic, but unique to the region
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| gptkbp:famous_person |
None specifically known
Elephants named after local landmarks |
| gptkbp:first_recorded_sighting |
Early 1900s
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| gptkbp:foraging_behavior |
Selective feeding
Forage for food during the day |
| gptkbp:funding |
Limited but crucial
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| gptkbp:future_prospects |
Uncertain without intervention
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| gptkbp:genetic_diversity |
Low due to small population
Low genetic diversity |
| gptkbp:genetic_studies |
Ongoing studies on genetics
Conducted to improve conservation strategies |
| gptkbp:group_size |
10-30 individuals
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| gptkbp:group_structure |
Matriarchal society
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| gptkbp:habitat |
gptkb:Knysna_Forest
Temperate rainforest |
| gptkbp:habitat_preference |
Large territories
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| gptkbp:has_education |
Promotes coexistence with humans
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Once widespread in South Africa
Part of South Africa's natural heritage |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Knysna Elephants
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| gptkbp:human_interaction |
Occasional conflicts
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| gptkbp:impact_on_soil |
Soil compaction
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| gptkbp:impact_on_vegetation |
Overgrazing
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| gptkbp:impact_on_water_sources |
Waterhole creation
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| gptkbp:is_protected_by |
gptkb:Knysna_National_Park
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| gptkbp:issues |
Population monitoring
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| gptkbp:legislation |
Protected under South African law
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| gptkbp:lifespan |
60-70 years
|
| gptkbp:local_economy |
Contributes to local economy through tourism
Supports local livelihoods |
| gptkbp:local_legends |
Associated with folklore in the region
Mythical creatures in local folklore |
| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Garden_Route_National_Park
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| gptkbp:members |
Cooperative care of young
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| gptkbp:migration |
Limited due to habitat fragmentation
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| gptkbp:notable_feature |
Large ears
Large tusks Tusks Long trunk |
| gptkbp:population |
Less than 500
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| gptkbp:population_trend |
Declining
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| gptkbp:predators |
gptkb:humans
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| gptkbp:public_awareness |
Educational programs
Campaigns to raise awareness |
| gptkbp:reproduction |
Gestation period of 22 months
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| gptkbp:research |
Studied for behavior and ecology
Studied by wildlife biologists |
| gptkbp:research_focus |
Behavioral studies
Conservation strategies |
| gptkbp:seasonal_activities |
Migration patterns
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| gptkbp:social_structure |
Family groups
Matriarchal groups |
| gptkbp:species |
Influence on forest ecology
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| gptkbp:support |
High for conservation efforts
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| gptkbp:symbiotic_relationships |
With other species in the ecosystem
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| gptkbp:threats |
Habitat loss
Poaching Poaching for ivory |
| gptkbp:tourism_impact |
Attracts eco-tourism
Eco-tourism attraction |
| gptkbp:user_manual |
Guided tours available for tourists.
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| gptkbp:water_source |
Rivers and waterholes
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| gptkbp:wildlife |
Protected by law
Ongoing efforts Popular subject for photographers Popular subject for wildlife photographers Needed for migration Listed by IUCN A major concern for survival Influence on vegetation structure Need for wildlife corridors for migration |
| gptkbp:young |
Calves
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