Vulnerable
Giraffe
Giraffa camelopardalis
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About
The giraffe is the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. Their long necks allow them to reach vegetation that is out of reach for other herbivores. Giraffes have a distinctive coat pattern that is unique to each individual.
Habitat
Savannas and woodlands of Africa
Diet
Herbivorous - primarily acacia leaves
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Fun Facts
- A giraffe's neck has the same number of vertebrae as a human's - seven.
- Giraffes can go weeks without drinking water, getting most of their moisture from the plants they eat.
- Their tongue can be up to 18 inches long.
Conservation
StatusVulnerable
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