However, there's a lot of variation depending on factors like:
* Environment: Elephants in areas with abundant food may wean later than those in areas where food is scarce.
* Individual Elephant: Some calves may be weaned earlier or later based on their individual development and the mother's needs.
* Social Structure: In some herds, older siblings may help care for younger calves, allowing mothers to wean sooner.
Even after weaning, baby elephants often maintain a close bond with their mothers and will continue to learn from them for several more years.