2. Giraffes By: Emily M.

3. Physical Characteristics  Giraffes are 14 to 17 feet tall when they are grown.  Their tongues are black with a sandpaper texture.  When they are fully grown, they weigh about 2,500 to 3,000 pounds.

4. Behavioral Characteristics  Giraffes can go long periods of time without water.  Everyday they need about 10 minutes to 2 hours of sleep.  They also prefer to run from danger, not fight.

5. Habitat  Giraffes live in central, eastern, and southern Africa.  Savannahs and light woodlands are the surroundings they prefer.

6. Food Preference s  A giraffe’s favorite food is acacia leaves.  They also prefer bark, leaves, flowers, and all sorts of fruits.

7. Interesting Facts  Giraffes are the largest animals that live on land.  The male giraffes are called bulls and the females are called cows.