  Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) present revolutionary
opportunities to enhance our understanding of animal behavior and conservation
strategies. Using elephants, a crucial species in Africa's protected areas, as
our focal point, we delve into the role of AI and ML in their conservation.
Given the increasing amounts of data gathered from a variety of sensors like
cameras, microphones, geophones, drones, and satellites, the challenge lies in
managing and interpreting this vast data. New AI and ML techniques offer
solutions to streamline this process, helping us extract vital information that
might otherwise be overlooked. This paper focuses on the different AI-driven
monitoring methods and their potential for improving elephant conservation.
Collaborative efforts between AI experts and ecological researchers are
essential in leveraging these innovative technologies for enhanced wildlife
conservation, setting a precedent for numerous other species.
