Giraffes

By Mollee Schuler & Madison Barry

HabitatHabitat

Most giraffes live in savannas and grasslands Most giraffes live in savannas and grasslands in Africa.in Africa.

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DietDiet

Giraffes feed on tree leaves and stems, Giraffes feed on tree leaves and stems, in particular acacias.in particular acacias.

A giraffe is a herbivore.A giraffe is a herbivore.

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Physical AdaptationsPhysical Adaptations

Giraffes have long necks to eat and reach Giraffes have long necks to eat and reach leaves. leaves.

A giraffes lungs help get the oxygen it A giraffes lungs help get the oxygen it needs. needs.

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Behavioral Adaptations

• Giraffes protect their calves from leopards, lions, and hyenas, mostly during migration for food.

• Giraffes run from predators to protect themselves.

What if ?What if ?• What if giraffes did not migrate? Then they

would not get food.

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Here is another what if?Here is another what if? What if a giraffe did not have a long neck? Then it would not reach food.

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5 Interesting Facts5 Interesting Facts Did you know giraffes are the biggest Did you know giraffes are the biggest

animal of all living land animal.animal of all living land animal. Giraffes necks are 8 feet long.Giraffes necks are 8 feet long. A giraffe weighs 1,500 pounds.A giraffe weighs 1,500 pounds. Giraffes are vegetarians.Giraffes are vegetarians. Their tongue is eighteen to twenty Their tongue is eighteen to twenty

inches longinches long

SourcesSources

• About.com animals/wildlifeAbout.com animals/wildlife

• Ehow.comEhow.com

• National geographic.com/kidsNational geographic.com/kids