A baby African elephant weighs 200 pounds and stands about 3 feet tall at birth. Asian elephants are slightly smaller, though not by much.
Whole spices can be kept longer --- for up to about four years for unopened containers; less for opened ones. One of the best ways to tell if your spices and herbs are too old is to open the container and smell the contents. Weak or no aroma means tasteless food. Old spices and herbs do not add flavor to your food.
The first factor in how long garlic will last is how it is packaged. Garlic that is purchased still in its bulb form will last up to a month (sometimes longer) when stored in a cool, dark, and dry pantry. Some stores sell garlic that has been separated and peeled.