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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 Stephanie Smith
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By Stephanie Smith

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Uploaded Oct 11, 2012. Captured Jul 20, 2012 01:51 in R36, South Africa.
  • NIKON D5100
  • f/7.1
  • 10/8000s
  • ISO200
  • 90mm