We all place value on living things for different reasons. There are four (4) main ways in which we value species: ⮚ Environmental value: species has value because other organisms rely on it.
⮚ Aesthetic value: species has value because it is attractive in some way.
⮚ Economic value: species has value because it has a financial value of some sort.
⮚ Intrinsic value: species has value in and of itself; no direct human benefit.
Using the different values above, which best fits your attitude towards valuing elephants?