Welcome to !giraffes! We're all about the tall tales, the high life, and spotting the fun. Neck puns welcome. Stay lofty!
(Okapi enthusiasts are welcome, too!)
!giraffes basic rules:
- On-Topic Neck of the Woods: Keep your posts about giraffes and okapis. Veering off-topic will have your post grazing elsewhere.
- Tall Order of Respect: Don't be the low branch in our canopy of kindness. No bull(y)ing in our savannah.
- Illegal Spots are a No-No: Post only legal, safe content. If it's shady under your acacia tree, it's not for us.
- Don't Be a Repeat Grazer: No spam or misleading content. Stick to the fresh leaves of truth.
- Legitimate Herd Shop: Giraffe and okapi merch is welcome from verified sellers. Phony sellers will be stampeded out.
- Keep it G-Rated: This is a kid-friendly watering hole. Keep content as clean as a freshly groomed giraffe.
- Stand Tall Against Rule Breakers: If a post sticks out like a giraffe at a penguin party, report it to the mods.
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Welcome to !giraffes! We're all about the tall tales, the high life, and spotting the fun. Neck puns welcome. Stay lofty!
(Okapi enthusiasts are welcome, too!)
!giraffes basic rules:
- On-Topic Neck of the Woods: Keep your posts about giraffes and okapis. Veering off-topic will have your post grazing elsewhere.
- Tall Order of Respect: Don't be the low branch in our canopy of kindness. No bull(y)ing in our savannah.
- Illegal Spots are a No-No: Post only legal, safe content. If it's shady under your acacia tree, it's not for us.
- Don't Be a Repeat Grazer: No spam or misleading content. Stick to the fresh leaves of truth.
- Legitimate Herd Shop: Giraffe and okapi merch is welcome from verified sellers. Phony sellers will be stampeded out.
- Keep it G-Rated: This is a kid-friendly watering hole. Keep content as clean as a freshly groomed giraffe.
- Stand Tall Against Rule Breakers: If a post sticks out like a giraffe at a penguin party, report it to the mods.
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Height of Cuteness
Height of Cuteness: Giraffe's Tongue-In-Cheek Pose Steals the Lens. From twitter / X or whatever link
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Kunene snacking
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Happy Giraffriday!
If you're looking for a new smartphone wallpaper, here you go!
Or, maybe this one?
Photo credit and thanks to: Frida Lannerström.
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Prehistoric Giraffe Fossil Unearthed in Türkiye: An Epoch of a Discovery!
Archaeologists at a site near Yamula Dam in Türkiye's Kayseri made a staggering find: a 7.5 million-year-old giraffe forelimb bone, adding a new 'spot' to their impressive discovery record. This find was particularly remarkable amidst the expected assemblage of equids and bovids, including an ancient three-toed horse, 'hipparion,' a distinct species from the modern day one-hoofed horse. Oğuzhan Köylüoğlu, an anthropologist at the forefront of the excavations that began on June 7, reported a tally of 612 fossils uncovered so far in this region. Ever since a local shepherd, Murat Adıyaman, stumbled upon a bone fragment in 2017, the area has been a hotbed for fossil enthusiasts. This year, the team decided to 'stick their necks out,' switching up their extraction method by removing fossils as blocks rather than individual pieces. An impressive mix of ancient animals, such as horses, sheep, goats, and antelopes, also surfaced from these age-old dusts alongside the unique giraffe fossil, wh
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Arabi in motion
Take a look at Arabi, the okapi calf, as she takes a walk with her mom at Chester Zoo.
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We've adopted Kunene!
Say hello to Kunene, the latest adoptee of !giraffes.
She's a majestic giraffe known for her escapades in Namibia's picturesque landscapes, from the Hoanib River to the rugged terrains near Puros, and the Skeleton Coast National Park.
Kunene isn't just about long treks and picturesque settings, though. She's a caring giraffe who's been spotted playing babysitter to younger companions like Dylan, Morgan, and a friend, creating quite a heartwarming scene.
Her days are filled with delightful company, hearty leafy meals, and even giraffe gossip. There are also moments of solitude, where she takes life in her stride, like nonchalantly swatting a DNA biopsy dart with her tail.
Despite the rugged terrain and the wilderness, Kunene's adventurous spirit shines through.
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Okapi, Okapi! Oh How You've Grown! Rare 'Forest Giraffe' Calf Steps Out at Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo's six-week-old okapi calf, Arabi, has taken her first steps outside, marking a rare moment of celebration for the endangered species. Born to parents K’tusha and Stomp, Arabi is one of fewer than 10,000 okapis remaining in the wild, according to estimates. The okapi species, often referred to as the 'forest giraffe' due to their long necks and zebra-like stripes, faces a high risk of extinction in the wild. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies the species as endangered, as their population continues to dwindle due to habitat loss, hunting, and conflict. The birth of Arabi at Chester Zoo, which has a 20-year history of supporting okapi conservation, represents a 'vital' addition to global okapi population. Chester Zoo is a part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP), which aims to maintain a genetically diverse population of okapis in conservation zoos.
[Source](https://www.itv.com/news/granada/2023-07-06/rare-giraffe-zebra-hybrid
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The Long and Short of it: 7 Minute Dive Into The Life of a Young (26 days) Giraffe
Seems to bee in Japan: Source-Youtube
(Had a stretch of bad luck trying to post on Lemmy - their servers were too busy reaching for the update leaves!)
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What do you get when you cross a giraffe and a pig?
Bacon and legs. Happy International Joke Day everyone! 😁
