Giraffes roam over large areas of bush and savannah areas, living often in semi-desert regions where they get most of their water from their food. Giraffes live to be 15-20 years old in the wild.
Fun Facts
The Greenville Zoo has three Masai Giraffes, Autumn and her calf, Tatu, born Feb. 2, 2016 and Miles, the male giraffe.
Baby giraffes are about 6 feet tall when they are born.
A giraffe’s tongue is 18 to 20 inches (46 to 50 centimeters) long and blue-black.
Giraffes can moo, hiss, roar, and whistle.
Giraffes enjoy chewing on long pieces of grass.
How to Adopt
You may complete our online adoption form. Or you may also use the Adopt-an-Animal form (PDF) to join the program. Simply fill it out and return it to the Greenville Zoo. Please make checks payable to the Greenville Zoo.