The "fat" giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis)

     These very rare giraffes are found in the national park of Serengeti in Tanzania, where only 14 of them are still alive today. Their appearance is due to a genetic mutation that happens during gestation.

     They are herbivores, eat and live just like common giraffes. These giraffes have a great effect on the trees that they feed on, delaying the growth of young trees for some years and giving waistlines to trees that are too tall. You may notice that this picture looks fake, and it is because it is fake. I just thought it was funny to share this one. Every other animals on this blog are real though.