Unique Neck
Giraffes' long necks and tongues allow them to reach leaves on branches that are out of reach of other herbivores. Like humans, giraffes have seven vertebrae in their necks, although each of a giraffe's vertebrae may be up to ten inches long.San Diego Zoo: Mammals: Giraffe
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If an alligator and a giraffe had sex, what would the baby look like?(1 Answer)
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This is more like if the alligator ate the giraffe. But still potentially applicable, I think. http://www.amoonwalkrental.com/images/Moonwalks/alligator-giraffe-moonwalk-sideview.jpg And this is just ...
Any ideas as to what a disappointed giraffe would look like?(22 Answers)
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I can only imagine that a disappointed giraffe would have large puppy dog eyes, flattened ears, poor neck posture, and - of course - a very sad frown. Maybe some ...
what is a baby giraffe called ?(3 Answers)
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it is called a calf. This link is more descriptive about it. http://au.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080617135818AALo4Hl
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Fast Facts
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Average height 14-18 feet
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Average weight
1,500-3,000 lbs
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Life span
15-25 years
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9 subspecies
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Live in loosely associated groups of 10-15 individuals
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Each has unique pattern of spots
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Non territorial
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Can run up to 35 miles per hour
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Diet
Various leaves and grasses
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Can survive long periods of time without drinking water
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Females are smaller than males
