This is how giraffes got their name #shorts
Apr 9, 2023
#ecology #wildlifeanimals #giraffe
Here are some interesting facts about the name "giraffe":
The word "giraffe" is believed to have been derived from the Arabic word "zarafa," which means "tall one." and in old African language the '' one who walks quickly''.
The scientific name for giraffes is Giraffa camelopardalis, which means "camel leopard." This name reflects the giraffe's long neck, which is similar to that of a camel, and its spotted coat, which is similar to that of a leopard.
In some African languages, the giraffe is known by different names that also reflect its long neck. For example, in Swahili, the giraffe is called "twiga," which means "the one who stretches.
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