Giraffes
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Giraffes are the tallest of all land-living animals, giving them access to food unavailable to most other mammals. Yet their exaggerated necks have only seven vertebrae, the same as all other mammals, including humans. Calves are about six feet tall and weigh from 100 to 150 pounds when they are born. In fact, mothers give birth from a standing position, so newborns are welcomed into the world with a fall of about five feet to the ground. Within about five minutes after birth, calves can stand on wobbly legs – which is very fortunate for them, since they need to be able to reach their standing mothers to feed. Adults spend 16 to 20 hours a day feeding, consuming up to 75 pounds of fresh browse. They can go for days without drinking, getting most of the fluids they need from the vegetation in their diet and from morning dew. The unique perspective provided by the Giraffe Encounter is a delight for visitors of all ages.
Learn about the Giraffe Encounter and Feeding Platform
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