More Places to learn about Giraffes

Why ARE giraffes so tall?
How is their long neck a lot like OUR necks?
Watch and find out. 

Want to know more?  Check out National Geographic Kids 

Giraffes * How tall DO they grow?

How tall do giraffe's grow?

A newborn giraffe is about 6 feet (1.9 meters) tall at birth and weighs about 150 pounds (68 kilograms).

They grow about 1" per day!  About 4 feet (1.2 meters) in their first year of life, and up to 20 feet as adults!

Hasani the Baby Giraffe gets a special pair of shoes at Woodland Park Zoo

Hasani the giraffe was born last spring at Woodland Park Zoo.  She had a special need:  shoes to protect her legs while they grew strong enough to support her.  Watch and find out how this was done.  

Do you wear special shoes for some activities? How do they help?