Giraffe Portrait
by Judy Vincent
Title
Giraffe Portrait
Artist
Judy Vincent
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Giraffes are the world's tallest mammals, thanks to their towering legs and long necks. A giraffe's legs alone are taller than many humans - about 6 feet.
The giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. Its species name refers to its camel-like appearance and the patches of color on its fur. Its chief distinguishing characteristics are its extremely long neck and legs, its horn-like ossicones, and its distinctive coat patterns.
This image has been featured in the following groups:
Southern Photographers - 8/24/16
Animal Photographs - 8/26/16
Our 4-Legged Friends - 8/30/16
USA Photographers - 6/23/17
Lady Photographers and Artists - 6/23/17
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August 24th, 2016
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