Luckily, eating for so long helps fill a giraffe's belly and quenches their thirst. Acacia tree leaves hold enough water that these mammals can go for a long time without stopping for a drink.

A giraffe’s tongue is designed to handle their favorite food: thorny acacia leaves. The tough surface and dark pigmentation make it much more durable for eating spiky plants. This very special ...

They can pluck the leaves from even the spikiest of trees. How many hours do giraffes spend eating a day? Giraffes spend most of their time eating, feeding between 16 to 20 hours a day.

They haven't left me anything to eat! Hmm. Now THEY look good! ANTELOPE: Go on, get out of the way! GIRAFFE: Hold on! You don't have to push and shove, boys! There's plenty of leaves for us all ...