Giraffes have noticeable projections on their heads, but they are not horns; they are called ossicones. Ossicones are permanent bony outgrowths covered with skin. Scientists hypothesize that they are ...
Reticulated giraffes are an endangered species across their primary range in Kenya, most commonly threatened by habitat loss and illegal hunting. Conflicts with people are also rising as giraffes ...
Have you noticed the small projections on the top of a giraffe’s head and assumed that they were horns? They are called ossicones and are not actually horns at all. These fascinating structures are ...
The Memphis Zoo has added a new giraffe to its herd, the first since 2015. The Memphis Zoo has welcomed Mariposa, a young reticulated giraffe born in New Orleans on Jan. 11, according to an April 9 ...
An unlikely friendship at a Georgia theme park is quietly melting hearts. Meet Kurtsie, a zebra and Bakari, a giraffe — they make up an adorable, inseparable duo who formed a bond shortly after Wild ...
Jasiri, a one-year-old giraffe who has captured the attention of guests and staff alike, is preparing for a move. But why is she leaving so soon? TULSA, Okla. - At the Tulsa Zoo, a familiar face will ...
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WNDU) - WNDU 16 News Now has a new view that stands “head and shoulders” above the rest! We’ve launched a live Giraffe Cam at the Potawatomi Zoo, giving viewers access to the animals ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Kurtsie the zebra and Bakari the giraffe have struck up a close friendship at Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta, Ga. An ...
It is undoubtedly one of the most majestic creatures in the animal kingdom. But it turns out there's not just one species of giraffe. In fact, there are four. Scientists from the International Union ...
He’s yet to be given a name. And his birth mother hasn’t taken to him, which can happen. But the latest arrival at Safari West, the Sonoma County wildlife preserve, already stands about 4 feet tall ...
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The newborn giraffe calf at Reid Park Zoo has officially been named, following an enthusiastic community poll that drew more than 9,000 votes. The name secured 41.6% of the vote ...