In an Elephant’s Footprint

Explore the fascinating world of elephant cognition and behavior in this 16-minute TEDx talk by Seema Lokhandwala. Gain insight into the Umwelt of elephants and how understanding their perspective can reshape our relationship with these sentient beings. Discover the journey of an individual elephant, including migration patterns, life milestones, and habitat preferences. Learn how emerging stories and empathy can bring us closer to the natural world and impact wildlife conservation efforts. Delve into Lokhandwala's research on Asian elephant vocalizations and their contextual variations. Understand the potential of integrating technology with elephant communication, behavior, and ecology to promote conservation. Explore the development of acoustic sensors for mitigating human-elephant conflicts and fostering peaceful coexistence. Gain valuable insights into the ecological and evolutionary processes that shape wildlife conservation strategies.