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The giraffe is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. The giraffe is also noted for its extremely long neck and legs and prominent horns. It stands 5–6 m tall and has an average weight of 1,200 kg for males and 830 kg for females.

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by WildFlower
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Uploaded Jun 19, 2015. Captured May 31, 2015 16:25 in D2844, Berg Aukas, Namibia.
  • PENTAX K-5 II
  • f/14.0
  • 1/400s
  • ISO200
  • 200mm