Giraffe

                        Giraffe are one of the world's tallest mammals. They are well known for their long necks, long legs, and  spotted patterns. Giraffe have small "horns" or knobs on the top of their hands that grow to be about five inches long. These knobs are use to protect the head in fights. The giraffe's height also helps to keep a sharp lookout for predators across the wide expanse of the African savanna.
                        Male giraffe are larger than females. Males weigh between 2,400 and 3,000 pounds and stand up to 19 feet tall! Female giraffe weigh between 1,600 and 2,600 pounds and grow to be 16 feet tall. Giraffe live about 25 years in the wild. Giraffe population are relatively stable. Giraffe can be found in the central, eastern and southern Africa.
                        Giraffe's live in the savannas of Africa, where they roam freely among the tall trees, arid land,dense forests and open plains. Their long necks help giraffe's eat leaves from tall tress, typically acacia trees. If  they need to, giraffe's can go several days without water. Instead of drinking, giraffes stays hydrated by the moisture from the leaves. Giraffe's are non-territorial, social animals. They travel in large herds that are not organized in anyway. Herds may consist of any combination of sexes or ages.

By: Doreen Trishia S. Tapic