Reticulated Giraffe BW
by Belinda Greb
Title
Reticulated Giraffe BW
Artist
Belinda Greb
Medium
Photograph - Photograph, Photography
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Reticulated Giraffe BW
The reticulated giraffe is one subspecies. Unlike the Masai or Rothschild giraffe, its markings are large clearly defined polygonal darker reddish shapes bordered by white. Also unlike the Masai giraffe, its conservation status is vulnerable.The Rothschild Giraffe, whose markings are less clearly defined, has even fewer numbers than the Reticulated Giraffe and is listed as endangered.
A painterly version in color can be found in my gallery as well as one with the conservation status listed in order to increase awareness.
Studies have proven that giraffe's neck and height did not evolve to become longer in order to reach the highest leaves but more likely to see predators and as a result of necking. During mating seasons, male giraffes compete for females using their necks, slamming them into each other. The males with the stronger necks win.
Copyrighted - Belinda Greb
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Nature, animals, beauty have been a source of nourishment throughout my life. Photography allows me to capture, interpret, and share that world of wonder I see about me, and sometimes use what I capture as an inspiration to create something new, by incorporating other exposures, textures or brushwork.
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July 31st, 2015
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