Giraffe

Giraffes are the world's tallest and biggest ruminants. There are nine subspecies of these magnificent creatures, all endemic to Africa. Giraffes are easily identified by their tall necks and characteristic brown and white coat pattern. They may reach a staggering 20 feet in height, allowing them to reach foliage at the tops of trees that other animals are unable to reach. Giraffes love to feed on acacia trees and reside in savannahs and open woodlands. Their stomachs are divided into four chambers, the first of which has adapted to their acacia-based diet. Giraffes eat throughout most of the day, consuming around 75 pounds of leaves every day. Burping is a common occurrence among ruminants. They burp up semi-digested food to chew it over again, often for hours at a time, because they are ruminants.

Giraffes live in herds with adult females and young males, living in separate bachelor herds Adults have a high survival rate, with most living to be around 38 years old. Adults are mainly exclusively preyed on by lions because of their size and strong hind legs, which may deliver a devastating kick to a predator. Leopards, hyenas, and wild dogs, on the other hand, frequently feed on calves, with only about half reaching adulthood. Giraffes are unfortunately in decline and are classified as vulnerable, while numerous subspecies are threatened.

Digestive System : Four Stomach Chambers