giraffes

Giraffes are the world's tallest land animals, known for their long necks and legs, which help them reach high foliage in trees. They have a distinctive spotted coat that provides camouflage, and their long, prehensile tongues—up to 18 inches—assist in grabbing leaves. Giraffes are social animals, living in loose herds, and communicate through sounds and body language. They are herbivores, primarily feeding on acacia and other acacia-like trees. Adapted for browsing at great heights, giraffes play a vital role in their ecosystems by shaping the vegetation landscape. They are native to Africa's savannas and open woodlands.