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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 Albert Kang
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By Albert Kang

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Uploaded Jun 6, 2017. Captured Jun 29, 2013 15:36 in R618, South Africa.
  • NIKON D5200
  • f/5.0
  • 1/1600s
  • ISO400
  • 170mm