The evolution of giraffes describes the biological and fossil-record evidence explaining how modern members of the family Giraffidae developed their extreme height and elongated ...
Read MoreHow Much Do Giraffes Weigh?
- January 25, 2026
- Giraffe News
Adult giraffes weigh between 1,600 and 3,000 pounds, depending on their sex, age, and overall health. Males are heavier than females, and calves are ...
Read MoreHow Do Giraffes Mate?
- January 20, 2026
- Giraffe News
Giraffes mate through a structured courtship process that allows males to determine when a female is fertile and willing to reproduce. A male giraffe ...
Read MoreHow Fast Can Giraffes Run?
- January 15, 2026
- Giraffe News
Giraffes are the tallest animals on Earth, instantly recognizable by their long necks and graceful movement across the African savanna. Despite their size, many ...
Read MoreFrom Wall Street to Wild Savannas: How Susan Myers Is Fighting to Save Giraffes
- January 12, 2026
- Giraffe News
Susan Reno Myers ’74 has never been one to play it safe. From international finance to high school football coaching, she has embraced unexpected ...
Read MoreHow “Saving Giraffes: The Long Journey Home” Highlights a New Chapter in Giraffe Conservation
- January 9, 2026
- Giraffe News
In a world where wildlife faces increasing threats from climate change, habitat loss, and human conflict, stories of hope deserve to be shared widely. ...
Read MoreSaving Giraffes: How a Dallas-Based Nonprofit Is Protecting One of Africa’s Most Overlooked Species
- January 3, 2026
- Giraffe News
Giraffes are among the most recognizable animals in the world, yet their survival is increasingly at risk. Habitat loss, poaching, infrastructure expansion, and genetic ...
Read MoreHow Giraffe Conservation Is Helping Foster Peace in Kenya’s Baringo Region
- January 1, 2026
- Giraffe News
In a region long shaped by conflict, giraffe conservation has emerged as an unexpected force for peace. In Kenya’s Baringo County, efforts to restore ...
Read MoreCan Giraffes Swim?
- December 30, 2025
- Giraffe News
Giraffes can float and move through water, but swimming is challenging for them. Their bodies are designed for land, not pushing through water. Their ...
Read MoreAre Giraffes Dangerous?
- December 25, 2025
- Giraffe News
Giraffes are calm, gentle animals, but their size and strength mean they can be dangerous in the wrong situation. They rely on distance, not ...
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