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- 7. Giraffe
- 8. The giraffe is an African artiodactyl mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant.
- 9. Fully grown giraffes stand 4.3–5.7 m tall, with males taller than females. The average weight is
- 10. Giraffes usually inhabit savannahs and open woodlands. They prefer Acacieae, Commiphora, Combretum and open Terminalia woodlands
- 11. Kordofan giraffe
- 12. The Kordofan giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe found in northern Cameroon, southern Chad, Central African
- 13. Northern giraffe
- 14. The northern giraffe, also known as three-horned giraffe, is the type species of giraffe native to
- 15. The Northern giraffes live in the savannahs, shrublands and woodlands. After local extinctions in various places,
- 16. Nubian giraffe
- 17. The Nubian giraffe is the nominate subspecies of giraffe. It is found in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda,
- 18. Rothschild's giraffe
- 19. Rothschild's giraffe is a subspecies of the Northern giraffe. It is one of the most endangered
- 20. Males are larger than females by a few hundred pounds and their two largest ossicones are
- 21. West African giraffe
- 22. The West African giraffe, Niger giraffe or Nigerien giraffe, is a subspecies of the giraffe distinguished
- 23. Reticulated giraffe
- 24. The reticulated giraffe, also known as the Somali giraffe, is a species of giraffe native to
- 25. Southern giraffe
- 26. The southern giraffe, also known as two-horned giraffe, is a proposed species of giraffe native to
- 27. South African giraffe
- 28. The South African giraffe or Cape giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe ranging from South Africa,
- 29. Masai giraffe
- 30. The Masai giraffe, also spelled Maasai giraffe, also called Kilimanjaro giraffe, is the largest species of
- 31. Rhodesian giraffe
- 32. The Rhodesian giraffe, more commonly known as Thornicroft’s giraffe, is a subspecies of giraffe. It is
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Слайд 7Giraffe
Giraffe
Слайд 8The giraffe is an African artiodactyl mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and
The giraffe is an African artiodactyl mammal, the tallest living terrestrial animal and
The giraffe's 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. Its scattered range extends from Chad in the north to South Africa in the south, and from Niger in the west to Somalia in the east. Giraffes usually inhabit savannahs and woodlands. Their food source is leaves, fruits and flowers of woody plants, primarily acacia species, which they browse at heights most other herbivores cannot reach.
Giraffes may be preyed on by lions, leopards, spotted hyenas and African wild dogs. Giraffes live in herds of related females and their offspring, or bachelor herds of unrelated adult males, but are gregarious and may gather in large aggregations. Males establish social hierarchies through "necking", which are combat bouts where the neck is used as a weapon. Dominant males gain mating access to females, which bear the sole responsibility for raising the young.
Слайд 9Fully grown giraffes stand 4.3–5.7 m tall, with males taller than females. The
Fully grown giraffes stand 4.3–5.7 m tall, with males taller than females. The
The coat has dark blotches or patches (which can be orange, chestnut, brown, or nearly black in colour) separated by light hair (usually white or cream in colour). Male giraffes become darker as they age. The coat pattern has been claimed to serve as camouflage in the light and shade patterns of savannah woodlands. When standing among trees and bushes, they are hard to see at even a few metres distance. However, adult giraffes move about to gain the best view of an approaching predator, relying on their size and ability to defend themselves rather than on camouflage, which may be more important for calves. Each individual giraffe has a unique coat pattern. Giraffe calves inherit some coat pattern traits from their mothers, and variation in some spot traits are correlated with neonatal survival. The skin underneath the blotches may serve as windows for thermoregulation, being sites for complex blood vessel systems and large sweat glands.
The fur may serve as a chemical defence, as its parasite repellents give the animal a characteristic scent. At least 11 main aromatic chemicals are in the fur, although indole and 3-methylindole are responsible for most of the smell. Because the males have a stronger odour than the females, the odour may also have sexual function.
Слайд 10Giraffes usually inhabit savannahs and open woodlands. They prefer Acacieae, Commiphora, Combretum and
Giraffes usually inhabit savannahs and open woodlands. They prefer Acacieae, Commiphora, Combretum and
During the wet season, food is abundant and giraffes are more spread out, while during the dry season, they gather around the remaining evergreen trees and bushes. Mothers tend to feed in open areas, presumably to make it easier to detect predators, although this may reduce their feeding efficiency. As a ruminant, the giraffe first chews its food, then swallows it for processing and then visibly passes the half-digested cud up the neck and back into the mouth to chew again. The giraffe requires less food than many other herbivores because the foliage it eats has more concentrated nutrients and it has a more efficient digestive system. The animal's faeces come in the form of small pellets. When it has access to water, a giraffe drinks at intervals no longer than three days. Giraffes have a great effect on the trees that they feed on, delaying the growth of young trees for some years and giving "waistlines" to trees that are too tall. Feeding is at its highest during the first and last hours of daytime. Between these hours, giraffes mostly stand and ruminate.
Слайд 11Kordofan giraffe
Kordofan giraffe
Слайд 12The Kordofan giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe found in northern Cameroon, southern
The Kordofan giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe found in northern Cameroon, southern
The Christian Science Monitor lists only 38 individuals being alive in the embattled Garamba National Park in The Democratic Republic of Congo due to poaching; their skin is used for luxury goods and they are said to produce enough meat to feed poachers for weeks. Recent genetic studies also shows distinct genetic populations of giraffes that makes conservation of these subspecies even more important.
Слайд 13Northern giraffe
Northern giraffe
Слайд 14The northern giraffe, also known as three-horned giraffe, is the type species of
The northern giraffe, also known as three-horned giraffe, is the type species of
In the current IUCN taxonomic scheme, there is only one species of giraffe with the name G. camelopardalis and nine subspecies, but alternative taxonomic hypotheses have proposed two to eleven species.
Once abundant throughout Africa since the 19th century, it ranged from Senegal, Mali and Nigeria from West Africa to up north in Egypt. The West African giraffes once lived in Algeria and Morocco in ancient periods until their extinctions due to the Saharan dry climate. It is isolated in South Sudan, Kenya, Chad and Niger.
All giraffes are considered Vulnerable to extinction by the IUCN. In 2016, around 97,000 individuals from all subspecies were present in the wild. There are currently 5,195 northern giraffes.
The northern giraffe has two horn-like protuberances known as ossicones on their foreheads. The northern giraffe's are longer and larger than that of the southern giraffes', though bull northern giraffes have a third cylindrical ossicone in the center of the head just above the eyes which are from 3 to 5 inches long.
Слайд 15The Northern giraffes live in the savannahs, shrublands and woodlands. After local extinctions
The Northern giraffes live in the savannahs, shrublands and woodlands. After local extinctions
The earliest ranges of the Northern giraffes were in Chad during the late Pliocene. were once abundant in North Africa. They lived in Algeria since early Pleistocene during the Quaternary period. They lived in Morocco until their extinction around the year AD 600, as the dry climate of the Sahara made conditions impossible for the giraffes. They are also extinct in Libya and Egypt.
Слайд 16Nubian giraffe
Nubian giraffe
Слайд 17The Nubian giraffe is the nominate subspecies of giraffe. It is found in
The Nubian giraffe is the nominate subspecies of giraffe. It is found in
Giraffes occurred everywhere in Africa; the Nubian giraffe was widespread throughout North Africa, from Kenya to Egypt. The giraffe lives in savannahs and woodlands. The Nubian giraffe currently lives in eastern South Sudan and southwestern Ethiopia, and isolated pockets in Uganda and Kenya. It was estimated in 2010 that fewer than 250 live in the wild, although this number was uncertain. However, as of 2016, it was recently estimated that 2,150 Nubian giraffes live in the wild, 1,500 of those of the Rothschild's ecotype. Fewer than 200 now live in western Ethiopia and about 450 in eastern South Sudan. There are 800 in Kenya and more than 1,550 in Uganda.
Слайд 18Rothschild's giraffe
Rothschild's giraffe
Слайд 19Rothschild's giraffe is a subspecies of the Northern giraffe. It is one of
Rothschild's giraffe is a subspecies of the Northern giraffe. It is one of
The Rothschild's giraffe is easily distinguishable from other subspecies. The most obvious sign is in the coloring of the coat or pelt. Whereas the reticulated giraffe has very clearly defined dark patches with bright-whitish channels between them, Rothschild's giraffe more closely resembles the Masai giraffe. However, when compared to the Masai giraffe, the Rothschild's ecotype is paler, the orange-brown patches are less jagged and sharp in shape, and the connective channel is of a creamier hue compared to that seen on the reticulated giraffe. In addition, Rothschild's giraffe displays no markings on the lower leg, giving it the impression of wearing white stockings.
Another distinguishing feature of Rothschild's giraffe, although harder to spot, is the number of ossicones on the head. This is the only Giraffa phenotype to be born with five ossicones. Two of these are the larger and more obvious ones at the top of the head, which are common to all giraffes. The third ossicone can often be seen in the center of the giraffe's forehead, and the other two are behind each ear. They are also taller than many other populations, measuring up to 5.88 metres tall. They can weigh up to 2,500 pounds.
Слайд 20Males are larger than females by a few hundred pounds and their two
Males are larger than females by a few hundred pounds and their two
Isolated populations of Rothschild's giraffes live in savannahs, grasslands, and open woodlands of Uganda and Kenya. They are possibly regionally extinct from South Sudan and northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Rothschild's giraffes mate at any time of the year and have a gestation period of 14 to 16 months, typically giving birth to a single calf. They live in small herds, with males and females (and their calves) living separately, only mixing for mating. The Rothschild's giraffes are tolerant of other animals around them as long as they don't feel threatened. For the most part, they are very friendly, but the males are known to engage in fights for mating. Since this species can mate all year long, those battles seem to be frequent.
Слайд 21West African giraffe
West African giraffe
Слайд 22The West African giraffe, Niger giraffe or Nigerien giraffe, is a subspecies of
The West African giraffe, Niger giraffe or Nigerien giraffe, is a subspecies of
In the 19th century it ranged from Senegal to Lake Chad, yet in 2011 this subspecies only survives in a few isolated pockets containing about 400 individuals in total. Its last self-sustaining herd is in southwest Niger, supported by a series of refuges in Dosso Region, and the tourist center at Kouré, some 80 km southeast of Niamey. All captive so-called "West African giraffe" are now known to be the Kordofan giraffe.
The Nigerien giraffe population relies upon seasonal migration between the relatively drought-resistant lowlands of the Niger River valley and the drier highlands near Kouré. In this area, Tiger bush habitat allows for bands of trees to thrive in climates which might otherwise become more typical desert.
The West African giraffe survive primarily on a diet of leaves from Acacia albida and Hyphaene thebaica as well as Annona senegalensis, Parinari macrophylla, Piliostigma reticulatum, and Balanites aegyptiaca. In the late 1990s, an anti-desertification project for the area around Niamey encouraged the development of woodcutting businesses. An unintended effect of this was the destruction of much Tiger bush and giraffe habitat within the region. The Nigerien government has since moved to limit woodcutting in the area.
Слайд 23Reticulated giraffe
Reticulated giraffe
Слайд 24The reticulated giraffe, also known as the Somali giraffe, is a species of
The reticulated giraffe, also known as the Somali giraffe, is a species of
Reticulated giraffes can interbreed with other giraffe species in captivity or if they come into contact with populations of other species in the wild.
Together with the Rothschild's giraffe, it is by far the giraffe that is most commonly seen in zoos. Its coat consists of large, polygonal, liver-colored spots outlined by a network of bright-white lines. The blocks may sometimes appear deep red and may also cover the legs. Giraffes are the tallest mammals in the world.
Reticulated giraffes historically occurred widely throughout Northeast Africa. Their favored habitats are savannas, woodlands, seasonal floodplains, and rainforests.
Слайд 25Southern giraffe
Southern giraffe
Слайд 26The southern giraffe, also known as two-horned giraffe, is a proposed species of
The southern giraffe, also known as two-horned giraffe, is a proposed species of
Southern giraffes have rounded or blotched spots, some with star-like extensions on a light tan background, running down to the hooves. They range from South Africa, Angola, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique. Their approximate population is composed of 44,500 individuals.
The Cape subspecies of the southern giraffe has dark, somewhat rounded patches "with some fine projections" on a tawny background colour. The spots extend down the legs and get smaller. The median lump of bulls is less developed.
The southern giraffes live in the savannahs and woodlands of northern South Africa, Angola, southern Botswana, southern Zimbabwe, Zambia and south-western Mozambique. After local extinctions in various places, the South African giraffes have been reintroduced in many parts of Southern Africa, including in Swaziland. They are common in both inside and outside of protected areas.
Southern giraffes usually live in savannahs and woodlands where food plants are available. Southern giraffes are herbivorous mammals. They feed on leaves, flowers, fruits and shoots of woody plants such as Acacia.
Слайд 27South African giraffe
South African giraffe
Слайд 28The South African giraffe or Cape giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe ranging
The South African giraffe or Cape giraffe is a subspecies of giraffe ranging
The South African giraffe has dark, somewhat rounded patches "with some fine projections" on a tawny background colour. The spots extend down the legs and get smaller. The median lump of males is less developed.
The South African giraffe is found in northern South Africa, southern Botswana, southern Zimbabwe, and south-western Mozambique. After local extinctions in various places, the South African giraffes have been reintroduced in many parts of Southern Africa, including in Eswatini. They are common in both in and outside of protected areas. South African giraffes usually live in savannahs and woodlands where food plants are available. Giraffes are herbivorous animals. They feed on leaves, flowers, fruits and shoots of woody plants such as Acacia.
South African giraffes live in a fission-fusion society system based on things such as sex, age, season, and kinship. This allows them to adapt better to environmental changes around them.
Слайд 29Masai giraffe
Masai giraffe
Слайд 30The Masai giraffe, also spelled Maasai giraffe, also called Kilimanjaro giraffe, is the
The Masai giraffe, also spelled Maasai giraffe, also called Kilimanjaro giraffe, is the
The Masai giraffe is distinguished by jagged spots on its body, geographic range including southern Kenya and all of Tanzania, and genetic evidence. It is the largest-bodied giraffe species, making it the tallest land animal on Earth.
Слайд 31Rhodesian giraffe
Rhodesian giraffe
Слайд 32The Rhodesian giraffe, more commonly known as Thornicroft’s giraffe, is a subspecies of
The Rhodesian giraffe, more commonly known as Thornicroft’s giraffe, is a subspecies of
Rhodesian giraffes are tall with very long necks. They have long, dark-colored tongues and skin-colored horns. Giraffes have a typical coat pattern, with regional differences among subspecies. The pattern consists of large, irregular shaped brown to black patches separated by white to yellow bands. Male giraffes' coats darken with age, particularly the patches. The darkening of the coat has not been studied extensively enough to indicate absolute age, however it can estimate relative age of male Rhodesian giraffes.
Giraffes occur in arid and dry-savannah zones in sub-Saharan Africa, provided trees are available as a food source (IUCN). The Rhodesian giraffe is endemic to Zambia. Giraffes are herd animals with an extremely flexible social system.