Giraffe – This photo was taken at NANDANKANAN Zoological Park in Bhubaneshwar (Odisha).

• Tallest land animal with long neck naturally found in the African plains.
• Has only seven neck bones like other mammals including human beings.
• Both sexes have horns and individuals can be recognized by unique body markings.
• Average height of adult – 16 to 18 ft, weight – 850 Kgs to 1600 Kgs.
• Maturity after 4 years, Gestation period – 400 to 460 days.
• Has a prehensile toungue which is about 50 Cm. (20 inches) long.
• Can run upto 50 Kms per hour.
• Even toed ungulate completely herbivorous.

(Source: Display Board)