How Giraffes Work

How Giraffes Work
Author: Graham Mitchell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 609
Release: 2021
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0197571190

This is a comprehensive overview of wild and free-living giraffes. Graham Mitchell combines nearly every piece of published research about this species into the pages of this book, making it an incredibly useful book for researchers, scientists, and naturalists studying a single species.

How Giraffes Work

How Giraffes Work
Author: Graham Mitchell
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 609
Release: 2021-07-02
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0197571212

There are few creatures more beautiful, aloof, and fascinating than giraffes. Their social and ecological impact has been documented by many researchers. However, the inner workings of extant giraffes are less well known. That is why Graham Mitchell decided to write How Giraffes Work: a comprehensive overview of the anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry--in short, the normal functions--of a free-living, wild animal in its natural environment. A zoologist, veterinarian, and physiologist, Mitchell explains how giraffes get through their day. Additionally, he takes readers through the evolution of their physical characteristics, such as their size, shape, and coat markings. His approach integrates history with the physiology, anatomy, biochemistry, behavior, evolution, genetics, ecology, climate science, and more. Each chapter follows the discovery and utility of a different characteristic of giraffes. Illustrated with over two hundred figures and diagrams, the book explains how giraffes might have evolved and survived over many millions of years as well as how our perception of them has changed throughout history. So, how do giraffes work? The answers lie in a story filled not only with the details of their internal working but also with the labors of the extraordinary scientists who have put so many pieces of this puzzle together.

Giraffe

Giraffe
Author: Anne Innis Dagg
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2014-01-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1107729440

With its iconic appearance and historic popular appeal, the giraffe is the world's tallest living terrestrial animal and the largest ruminant. Recent years have seen much-needed new research undertaken to improve our understanding of this unique animal. Drawing together the latest research into one resource, this is a detailed exploration of current knowledge on the biology, behaviour and conservation needs of the giraffe. Dagg highlights striking new data, covering topics such as species classification, the role of infrasound in communication, biological responses to external temperature changes and motherly behaviour and grief. The book discusses research into behaviour alongside practical information on captive giraffe, including diet, stereotypical behaviour, ailments and parasites, covering both problems and potential solutions associated with zoo giraffe. With giraffe becoming endangered species in Africa, the book ultimately focuses on efforts to halt population decline and the outlook for conservation measures.

Giraffe Reflections

Giraffe Reflections
Author: Dale Peterson
Publisher: Univ of California Press
Total Pages: 230
Release: 2013-09-09
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0520266854

Presents a cultural, historical, and pictorial history of giraffes, describing their biology and behavior and demonstrating their grace and elegance through over one hundred photographs.

Giraffes

Giraffes
Author: Catherine Ipcizade
Publisher: Capstone
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2010-02
Genre: Giraffe
ISBN: 1429648805

Discusses the characteristics and habits of giraffes.

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck, and why Rhino is So Grumpy

How Giraffe Got Such a Long Neck, and why Rhino is So Grumpy
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 38
Release: 1996
Genre: Folklore
ISBN: 9780440832690

During a terrible drought in which there is nothing to eat, Man prepares a magic herb that results in Giraffe's long neck so he can reach the high leaves on the trees and a grumpy Rhino, who arrives too late for the magic.

Have You Seen My Giraffe?

Have You Seen My Giraffe?
Author: Michelle Robinson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 33
Release: 2017-07-13
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1471163350

Did you know that they don’t give away goldfish at the fairground anymore? You can win a giraffe instead. So much better! Although, you might come across a few problems when you bring your cute new pet home. Giraffes tend to be big and clumsy, so here is a handy guide of all the best places to hide them... In this gorgeous book by award-winning author Michelle Robinson, with illustrations from the brilliant new one-to-watch picture book talent Claire Powell, learn what to do when you find yourself with a pet giraffe in need of a hiding place!

Motivating Giraffe

Motivating Giraffe
Author: Penny Redshaw
Publisher:
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2017-09-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9780646973647

A colourful collection of motivational cartoon images, featuring a giraffe and his friends.

Giraffe and Bird

Giraffe and Bird
Author: Rebecca Bender
Publisher: Pajama Press Inc.
Total Pages: 37
Release: 2017-04-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1772780251

Rebecca Bender's hilarious Giraffe and Bird was an instant classic when it was first published in 2011, selling 10,000 copies in Canada alone. Since then children and their parents have giggled their way through a sequel, Don't Laugh at Giraffe (2012), and a prequel for younger readers, Giraffe Meets Bird (2015). Now, after several years out of print, the original story is rejoining its partners on the shelf in a sturdy, new trade edition with a padded cover. Giraffe and Bird are not friends. Not even a little bit. The bird pesters the giraffe with his face-making, feather-pruning, and disgusting eating habits. The giraffe annoys the bird with his bad breath, ear-swatting, and lack of respect for personal space. Of course they are always fighting. Of course they would be better off without each other. Except, it turns out, maybe they wouldn't be. With bold acrylic illustrations and laugh-out-loud storytelling, Rebecca Bender's bestselling debut will continue to delight children, adults, and friends of all kinds.

Giraffe's Long Good-Night

Giraffe's Long Good-Night
Author: Jodie Shepherd
Publisher:
Total Pages: 31
Release: 2020-03-24
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1400217539

In this fun lift-the-flap bedtime book for toddlers and preschoolers, a little giraffe is having so much fun with his bedtime routine that he doesn't want to go to sleep. Little giraffe has gotten carried away again Giraffe's Long Good-Night provides a delightful end to a busy day for you and your little one. With each reminder that it's time to sleep, the little giraffe moves on to his next bedtime activity with enthusiasm--until finally he realizes he is tired after all. You and your child will love following along as this giraffe stre-e-e-e-tches out every stage of his bedtime routine, from popping bubbles in the bath to trying on all his favorite pajamas to praying for each and every friend. Featuring an embellished cover, flaps that unfold in all directions, and silly rhyming text, this charming book will be a fresh favorite for your nightly story times.