Here's why:
* Weight: African bush elephants can reach weights of up to 13,000 pounds (6,000 kg), which is significantly heavier than any other land mammal.
* Height: They can stand up to 13 feet (4 meters) tall at the shoulder.
* Size: Their massive size and weight make them truly impressive creatures.
While the African forest elephant is a close second, the African bush elephant takes the crown for being the largest land mammal on Earth.