A giraffe, photographed at the Bronx zoo ... If giraffes did not actually exist and someone drew an illustration of one as a speculative zoology project the picture would likely be written ...

WASHINGTON, June 2 (Reuters) - Fossils unearthed in China of a forerunner of the modern giraffe are offering insight into the early evolution of this mammal's trademark long neck, driven not only ...

The origins of giraffe’s imposing stature and associated cardiovascular adaptations are unknown. Okapi, which lacks these unique features, is giraffe’s closest relative and provides a useful ...