Girafe

Giraffa camelopardalis

Vulnerable ↓

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

25 years

Length

5.5 m

Weight

1.2 t

Population

117.0K

Trend

↓ Decreasing

About

The tallest living animal on Earth, giraffes can reach 5.5 meters in height and weigh up to 1,750 kg. Their elongated necks — containing the same seven cervical vertebrae as all mammals — evolved for feeding on acacia trees in African savannas and woodlands. Social animals living in loose herds with no permanent bonds, giraffes communicate through infrasound and body language. Vulnerable, with populations declining due to habitat loss and poaching.

Fun Facts

✨ A giraffe's tongue is about 50 cm long.
✨ They only need 30 minutes of sleep per day.
✨ No two giraffes have the same spot pattern.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌾 Savanna 🌿 Grassland

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Diet & Behavior

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Herbivore

Girafe is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore

Plant matter 100%

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Estimated Population

117.0K

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Mammalia (mammifères)

Order

Artiodactyla (Even-toed Ungulates)

Family

Giraffidae (Giraffes)

Genus

Giraffa (Giraffes)

Species

Giraffa camelopardalis (Girafe)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Jirafa

French Girafe

German Giraffe

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Girafe?

The scientific name of Girafe is Giraffa camelopardalis. It belongs to the genus Giraffa.

What is the conservation status of Girafe?

Girafe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Girafe live?

Girafe is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.

What family does Girafe belong to?

Girafe (Giraffa camelopardalis) belongs to the genus Giraffa, which is part of the taxonomic family Giraffidae.

What does Girafe eat?

Girafe is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Girafe live?

Girafe has an average lifespan of approximately 25 years in the wild.

How many Girafe are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Girafe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is approximately 117,000 individuals.

Is Girafe endangered?

Yes, Girafe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.