Oone of nine recognised sub-species of Giraffe each has its own disctinctive coat pattern as shown with the patterns on this Masai Giraffe
Masai Giraffe have their own particular skin pattern that differentiates them from the other 8 currently recognised species
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Location: Katavoi National park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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