Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis)
The Giraffe is the tallest animal in the world. A beautiful lattice pattern consisting of large, irregularly shaded patches separated by networks of light coloured bands covers the body. The colouring of the patches is very variable, ranging from light fawn to almost black. Old bulls are often very dark.
Shoulder height: Male: 2,6 – 3,5 m and height to top of head: 3,9 – 5,2 m; Female: 2,0 – 3,0 m and height to top of head: 3,7 – 4,7 m
Mass: 970 – 1400 kg (male); 700 – 950 kg (female)
Horns: Knob like horns consisting of bone and covered in hide with tufts of black hair are present on the top of the head in both males and females.
