In this research paper, I hope you’ll learn more about giraffes. This paper will tell you things such as growth and reproduction. These qualities and many others prove that giraffes are living things. Why are giraffes tongues a purplish-black color? Giraffe tongues are a purplish-black because it is to prevent sunburn. When giraffes eat the leaves, their tongue is exposed to sunlight. No one (not even giraffes) wants a burnt tongue. Giraffes are the tallest animals to ever roam the earth with an average height of 17 feet. That’s almost the height of three average humans!
Giraffes usually get their energy from food and sleep. Giraffes eat leaves from Acacia, Mimosa, and Apricot trees. Not only do they eat leaves, they also eat plants, fruit, and sometimes grass. They are herbivores, therefore they only eat plants. The giraffe’s favorite food is the leaves from an Acacia tree. Acacia tree leaves have a lot of water in them, so the giraffe does not need to drink water as much. A giraffe can usually eat up to 75 pounds of food each day.
Giraffes live in east Africa and the northern part of southern Africa. They …show more content…
For defense, giraffes have a very powerful kick with enough force to kill a lion. In addition to that, Giraffes have tiny “horns” on the top of their heads. These horns grow to about 5 inches long. The horns are to protect their head in fights. You can also identify if a giraffe is male or female with these horns. Female horns tend to be smaller and covered with hair. Male giraffes can have up to 3 horns. The height of a giraffe is also very important to its survival. Their long range vision helps them spot predators from far away. The blotches that cover a giraffe’s fur are good camouflage. These blotches help them blend in with the trees and shadows. During African dust storms, giraffes can close their nostrils so dust and sand do not get inside of their
Giraffes usually get their energy from food and sleep. Giraffes eat leaves from Acacia, Mimosa, and Apricot trees. Not only do they eat leaves, they also eat plants, fruit, and sometimes grass. They are herbivores, therefore they only eat plants. The giraffe’s favorite food is the leaves from an Acacia tree. Acacia tree leaves have a lot of water in them, so the giraffe does not need to drink water as much. A giraffe can usually eat up to 75 pounds of food each day.
Giraffes live in east Africa and the northern part of southern Africa. They …show more content…
For defense, giraffes have a very powerful kick with enough force to kill a lion. In addition to that, Giraffes have tiny “horns” on the top of their heads. These horns grow to about 5 inches long. The horns are to protect their head in fights. You can also identify if a giraffe is male or female with these horns. Female horns tend to be smaller and covered with hair. Male giraffes can have up to 3 horns. The height of a giraffe is also very important to its survival. Their long range vision helps them spot predators from far away. The blotches that cover a giraffe’s fur are good camouflage. These blotches help them blend in with the trees and shadows. During African dust storms, giraffes can close their nostrils so dust and sand do not get inside of their