10. Humans and giraffes share the same number of neck vertebrae
A giraffe’s neck has the same number of vertebrae as a human’s.
These vertebrae are elongated in giraffes, giving them their distinctive long necks.
This adaptation allows them to reach high branches and leaves to feed on trees.
The giraffe’s neck bones are also heavy, weighing around 25 pounds, which helps counterbalance their weight and keep them upright.
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