Giraffes Dropped Five Feet At Birth

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Giraffes give birth standing up, and the baby giraffe falls about five feet to eath usually unharmed.  Within about 30 minutes the baby stands, and can begin running with the giraffe family within ten hours.  For more information click here.  What did you learn today?

Giraffe's Blood Pressure

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The giraffe's blood pressure is highest of all animal species.  For more information click here.  What did you learn today?

Giraffes Clean Their Ears By....

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Giraffes clean their ears with their tongues, which average almost 20 inches (50 cm).  For more information click here and click here. 

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