Mammal
Giraffe
The tallest animal on Earth
Family Giraffidae
Giraffidae is a taxonomic family in the order Artiodactyla, class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Giraffe and Okapi. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Giraffidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Giraffe Giraffa camelopardalis | 1,200 kg | 5.5 m | 60 km/h | 25 yrs | Africa | Vulnerable |
| Okapi Okapia johnstoni | 250 kg | 2.2 m | 60 km/h | 30 yrs | Africa | Endangered |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
