How tall are giraffes?

Adult male giraffes stand 4.6–5.7 meters tall (15–19 feet), making them the tallest living terrestrial animals. Females are slightly shorter at 3.9–4.5 meters.

Are giraffes endangered?

Giraffes are classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN. Their population has declined by ~40% in the last 30 years, though recent conservation efforts have shown positive trends.

How many types of giraffes are there?

There are 4 recognized species: Northern, Southern, Masai, and Reticulated giraffe, with several subspecies. The Rothschild's giraffe is one of the most endangered.

Where can you see Rothschild giraffes?

Rothschild's giraffes are found primarily in Uganda (Murchison Falls NP) and Kenya (Lake Nakuru, Giraffe Manor). Fewer than 2,500 remain in the wild.

Can you feed giraffes on safari?

At Giraffe Manor in Nairobi, Kenya, you can feed Rothschild giraffes from your balcony during breakfast — one of Africa's most unique experiences.

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Giraffe

Giraffa camelopardalis

The tallest animal on Earth

Lifespan

20–25 years in the wild

Population

~117,000 in the wild

Size

4.6–5.7 m (males) | 3.9–4.5 m (females)

Top Speed

Up to 60 km/h

Diet

Herbivore — acacia leaves, shoots, fruits

Social

Loose herds of 10–20, no fixed social bonds

Population trend: increasing|IUCN: VU|Weight: Males: 800–1,930 kg | Females: 550–1,180 kg

About This Species

Meet the The Gentle Tower

Giraffes are the tallest living terrestrial animals, with necks that can be over 2 meters long yet contain only 7 vertebrae — the same as humans. Each giraffe has a unique coat pattern, like human fingerprints. They sleep only 30 minutes per day in short 5-minute naps.

💡 Did You Know?

1Giraffe coat patterns are unique — like human fingerprints
2They sleep only 30 minutes a day in 5-minute naps
3A giraffe's heart weighs 11 kg and pumps 60 liters per minute
4Baby giraffes fall 1.5 meters to the ground at birth — and stand within 30 minutes