Giraffe ancestors had shorter necks. Why that changed so drastically over their evolution has stirred a surprising amount of debate since the time of Charles Darwin. While a recent theory suggests ...

Though both giraffes and humans have the same number of individual neck bones (known as vertebrae), the two species also have size and structural differences. Just like humans, giraffes are said to ...

Wonkito is a wild giraffe who lives in Kenya, the cause of his crooked neck is still unknown PHILLIP J BRIGGS / CATERS NEWS In 2019, Philip J. Briggs photographed a wild giraffe with a severely ...

A Penn State researcher has been trying to get to the bottom of the age-old question of why giraffes have long necks. Ed Reschke Getty Images Editor’s note: The Focus on Research column highlights ...

Giraffes are iconic for their incredibly long necks, which are not only a standout physical feature but also a marvel of evolutionary adaptation. These necks can measure up to six feet long, making ...

Though both giraffes and humans have the same number of individual neck bones (known as vertebrae), the two species also have size and structural differences. Just like humans, giraffes are said to ...

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Parker, a 6-year-old Masai giraffe at the Seneca Park Zoo in Rochester, died after he became stuck in a support structure at the giraffe enclosure gate, USA Today reported. The incident happened on ...

Giraffes are known for their peaceful nature and their preference for living together in close family social groups. Although they rarely fight with each other, there are times when two male giraffes ...

Wonkito is a wild giraffe who lives in Kenya, the cause of his crooked neck is still unknown Wonkito is back, and the wild giraffe is looking stronger than ever. According to Philip J. Briggs, a ...