Are Asian elephants hunted for ivory?

Yes. Elephants are hunted mainly for their tusks, called ivory. Ivory is made into silverware handles, jewelry, and other household extravagances. It is wrong and many African countries are passing acts making it illegal to hunt elephants. Hey, retailers who buy ivory: News! There is actually a type of fruit pit with the same texture and color as ivory! It is very easy to find and actually is easier to carve! So stop the slaughter of elephants and get this instead!