Curious to discover which species embrace female power ... Here’s a detailed list of notable matriarchal societies in the animal kingdom, where females take on the dominant leadership roles ...

some animals other than humans can live long after their reproductive lives. These are often whales, elephants, or other matriarchal species where important knowledge is passed down to generations ...

African elephants are a matriarchal species. Dominant females lead ... fallen forward onto her chest and trunk—dangerous for an animal weighing up to 6.5 tons (6 tonnes). An elephant’s ...