An 🐘's skin can be up to 1 inch thick on some parts of its body. It’s also loose, which makes the #elephant look like it's wearing baggy pants or sagging stockings. But there’s a good reason for this—it keeps the animal cool by trapping moisture that takes longer to evaporate. Check out our live broadcast to learn more about our beloved pachyderms! #elephantlove #theskinnyonskin #sandiegozoo (📷: Gregory Asaro)