Giraffe Birth



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After a gestation period of 15 months, the life of a giraffe calf begins with an unceremonious drop to the ground. Within 20 minutes the calf has recovered from the experience and is able to stand on its own.

BBC Worldwide Americas, Inc.

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Giraffe; Mammal

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