The giraffe (Giraffa) is a genus of African even-toed ungulate mammals, the tallest living terrestrial animals and the largest ruminants.The genus currently consists of one species, Giraffa …

Etymology The name "giraffe" has its earliest known origins in the Arabic word zirāfah (زِرَافَةْ), of an ultimately unclear Sub-Saharan African language origin. [2] The Middle English and early Modern …

May 22, 2026 · Giraffe, any of four species of long-necked cud-chewing hoofed mammals of Africa, the tallest of all land animals.

Being tall comes in handy when plucking leaves from trees. But to drink water, a giraffe must spread its long legs outward and lower its head.

2 days ago · Gracie the Giraffe that went missing for about two weeks in Texas after wandering off a remote private ranch was finally found Friday — and the open range appeared to have agreed with …

6 days ago · Gracie the giraffe is missing no more. Officials say she was spotted early on June 26 and will be captured and brought home.

May 3, 2026 · The Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis meaning 'fast walking camel leopard) is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest of all land-living animal species.

A giraffe eats hundreds of pounds of leaves each week and must travel miles to find enough food. The giraffe's height also helps it to keep a sharp lookout for predators across the wide expanse...

Apr 21, 2024 · It’s a well-known fact that the giraffe’s height gives it access to some of the most succulent leaves in its habitat, but there’s lots more to discover about this African colossus: giraffes …

Jun 16, 2026 · On World Giraffe Day, we celebrate the tallest animals on earth and why it's vital that we take care of the many different giraffe species.