What is a common ancestor for a Asian elephant?

A common ancestor for the Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) is believed to be a prehistoric species known as the "Elephas hysudricus," which lived around 2 to 3 million years ago. This ancestor is part of the Proboscidea order, which includes all elephants and their relatives. The evolutionary lineage of Asian elephants diverged from African elephants around 6 million years ago, leading to the distinct species we see today.