Why Giraffes Have Unique Spots
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The giraffe is a tall, long-necked, hoofed mammal, distinguished by its unique brown-and-yellow patterned coat.
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Its spots are unique, variable, and function for both camouflage and thermoregulation.
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The spots help break up the giraffe's outline, allowing them to blend into the dappled light of trees and shrubs.
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Young giraffes are particularly vulnerable to predators, and their spotted coats provide essential camouflage.
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Giraffes lack the ability to sweat effectively. The dark patches have a dense network of blood vessels beneath the skin.
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By increasing blood flow to these patches, giraffes can radiate excess body heat into the environment.
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In cooler conditions, the blood vessels can constrict, diverting blood to the core to conserve heat and keep their muscles and organs warm.
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Just like human fingerprints, no two giraffes have the exact same pattern of spots.
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