Male african elephant is the largest land animal with a height that can reach 4 m (13 ft) and a mass of approximately 7,000 kg (15,000 lb). Elephants have special features, with the most striking is the proboscis or proboscis used for many things, especially for breathing, sucking water, and picking up objects. The serial teeth grow into fangs that can be used as weapons and tools for moving objects or digging. Its large earlobe helps regulate their body temperature. African elephants have bigger ears and hollowed backs, while Asian elephant ears are smaller and their backs are convex.