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Siobain
 Post subject: Re: Giraffe
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This photo of a giraffe was taken close to Berg-en-Dal in the Kruger National Park.

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The name Giraffe is derived from the Arab word 'Xirapha', which means 'one who walks very fast'.

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 Post subject: Re: Giraffe
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Giraffes drinking water at Nhlanguleni picnic spot in the Kruger National Park.

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The Giraffe has equal number of cervical vertebrae as a human being despite its very long neck.

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Leeukos
 Post subject: Re: Giraffe
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Giraffes drinking water at Nhlanguleni picnic spot in the Kruger National Park.

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The coat pattern on each giraffe is unique.

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Leeukos
 Post subject: Re: Giraffe
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This photo of giraffes was taken close to Lugmagdam in the Kruger National Park.

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The giraffe is one of only two living species of the family Giraffidae, the other being the okapi.

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You looking at me? My hubby got this rather comical shot...I love it.
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:mrgreen: :mrgreen: Thank you all for stunning photos and info on Giraffe :clap: :clap:

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okie
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