Rothchilds Giraffe

 

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Rothchilds Giraffe

Rothchilds Giraffe

Size at Birth: Up to 6 feet (100 lbs.)

Adult Size: Up to 18 feet (2,600-4,000 lbs.)

Gestation: 15 months

Offspring: 1

Lifespan: 25 years

Food: Acadia leaves, leguminous vines, seeds, fruits

Range: sub-Saharan Africa

Cool Fact: Shortly after birth, a newborn giraffe has to keep up with the rest of the herd. A baby giraffe and mother have to watch out for predators like lions, hyenas, and wild dogs. A giraffe defending her young can be deadly since her kick can quickly put an end to any hungry predator.