Interesting fact: Giraffes are the tallest land animals, with their long necks contributing significantly to their height but not as much to their weight.
The answer: An adult giraffe typically weighs between 800 and 1,200 kilograms (1,760 to 2,645 pounds), with males generally heavier than females.
Giraffes are native to African savannas and woodlands. Their height, which can reach up to 5.5 meters (18 feet), helps them access leaves high in trees that other herbivores cannot reach. Despite their towering stature, their weight is relatively moderate compared to other large mammals, due to their slender legs and neck. Weight varies by age, sex, and subspecies.
