Jun 4, 2024, 12:34 PM IST

8 animals with longest pregnancy periods

Mahipal Chouhan

Elephants: African elephants carry their young for about 22 months, while Asian elephants have a gestation period of around 18 to 22 months.

Sperm Whales: These marine mammals have a gestation period of about 14 to 16 months.

Giraffes: Giraffes carry their calves for approximately 14 to 15 months.

Killer Whales (Orca): Female orcas have a gestation period of about 15 to 18 months.

Camels: Camels have a gestation period of around 12 to 14 months.

Rhinoceroses: Depending on the species, rhinos can have gestation periods ranging from 14 to 18 months.

Horses: Horses typically have a gestation period of about 11 months.

Walruses: Walruses carry their young for approximately 15 to 16 months.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports