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Planet Zoo 2 Asian Elephant
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Asian Elephant in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Asian Elephant requirements
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Biome | Tropical, Grassland, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 55 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 36 °C |
| Group size | 3–30 |
| Barrier | Grade 4, at least 3 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | Borderline: Zoopedia lists Elephas maximus at species level; Planet Zoo had two of its subspecies, Indian Elephant and Bornean Elephant |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Endangered |
At 376 m² of land, the Asian Elephant needs more land than 45% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Asian Elephant space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (30 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 376 m² | 376 m² | 11280 m² |
| Aquatic | 25 m² | 25 m² | 750 m² |
Shelter: 55 m² per animal.
Asian Elephant barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Asian Elephant species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 2.75 m, female 2.4 m |
Setup checklist for an Asian Elephant habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Asian Elephant as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m², plus Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 4 barrier at least 3 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 36 °C and theme the area as Tropical, Grassland, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 3 to 30 animals.
Animals that can live with the Asian Elephant
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Asian Elephant, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Asian Elephant next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Wild Boar, Toco Toucan, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Gharial.
FAQ
How much space does an Asian Elephant need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m² for the Asian Elephant, plus Land 376 m², Aquatic 25 m² for each additional animal, and 55 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does an Asian Elephant need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Asian Elephant needs a temperature of 14 to 36 °C and a group size of 3–30, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with an Asian Elephant in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Asian Elephant, and no other species lists it.