Giraffe

Giraffe Facts:

• Every time a giraffe lifts up its neck it picks up 550 pounds.
• A newborn giraffe measures about 6 feet, and is born with horns.
• Each giraffe has a unique coat pattern.
• A giraffe’s heart is 24lbs. (10kg) in weight and 2ft. (.6m) in length.
• A giraffe seldom lies down, it can sleep as well as give birth standing up!
• Despite being super tall the giraffe has the same number of vertebra in their necks as humans!
• They don't have to drink very often. They get most of their water from the leaves they eat.
• The giraffe's hooves are the size of a dinner plate! (30cm). Hmmm this reminds me of another creature who's eyes are the size of dinner paltes! The giant squid!

Fun Facts Video

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How Old Are You?

A giraffe’s age can be calculated from its spots–the darker the spots, the older the giraffe.