Giraffe #1 is a photograph by Marcia Colelli which was uploaded on March 2nd, 2013.
Giraffe #1
The giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) is an African even-toed ungulate mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. Its... more
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Giraffe #1
Artist
Marcia Colelli
Medium
Photograph - Photographs
Description
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 shape and its leopard-like coloring. Its chief distinguishing characteristics are its extremely long neck and legs, its horn-like ossicones, and its distinctive coat patterns. It is classified under the family Giraffidae, along with its closest extant relative, the okapi. The nine subspecies are distinguished by their coat patterns.The elongation of the neck appears to have started early in the giraffe lineage. Comparisons between giraffes and their ancient relatives suggest that vertebrae close to the skull lengthened earlier, followed by the elongation of vertebrae further down.
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March 2nd, 2013
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Comments (19)
Gloria Ssali
Beautiful expression and a wonderful charm about this gorgeous giraffe image!! Great colours, detail and beauty about this wonderful capture!! fl
Jean OKeeffe Macro Abundance Art
Liked and featured on the homepage of Greeting Cards for All Occasions 5-25-16, congratulations!
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