Giraffes are one of the world's tallest animals, thanks to their extraordinarily long necks. Previous theories suggested that the need for sex or domination over other males to secure a mating partner may have led to the evolution of the long neck but a new study has dismissed this conclusion.

Need for nutrition, not sex, led giraffes to evolve longer necks: Study

In an ongoing effort to save Kenya's dwindling Giraffe population, wildlife veterinarian and rangers at Masai Mara National Reserve have fitted 25 giraffes with GPS tracker.

Kenya: To boost Giraffe conservation, animals fitted with GPS tracker | WION Climate Tracker

This week, a photograph showing 6 giraffes lying lifeless in Kenya went viral. The drought in Kenya is taking a toll on humans too. Over two million people are starving. Reports claim the drought is igniting communal tensions. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: This heartbreaking picture sums up Kenya's drought horror

The impact of Kenya's drought on the country's giraffe population is captured in photos that will break your heart. One of six giraffes lying dead inside the Sabuli Wildlife Conservancy in Wajir is the most highly shared photo.

Drought in Kenya: Horrific images show dead giraffes who starved to death

With an average height of roughly 16 feet, giraffes are the tallest mammals on Earth. At about 6 feet long, their lanky legs and towering necks stand taller than most humans.

Dwarf giraffes discovery surprises scientists

Being tall is the giraffe's competitive advantage, giving it the pick of leaves from the tallest trees, so scientists were stunned to find two giraffe dwarfs on different sides of Africa.

Scientists surprised to discover two dwarf giraffes in Namibia, Uganda

Wildlife experts have warned that giraffes are now extinct in at least seven countries. According to a report, there are only 100,000 of these beautiful creatures left on the African continent.

Giraffes extinct in at least 7 African countries, listed as 'vulnerable' 

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