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Elephants move closer to humans when droughts last
June 23, 2026
NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands, June 23 -- Radboud University posted the following news:

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Elephants move closer to humans when droughts last

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If drought in an area persists for longer, elephants move closer to areas near human settlements. This is the finding of research by biologist Irene Bouwman of Radboud University. During short-term droughts, the animals remain close to rivers and lakes and move less than normal.

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