Historic Conservation Initiative to Restore Angolan Giraffe to Angola’s Bicuar National Park
Angolan giraffe return to Bicuar National Park as GCF and INBAC launch the next phase of Angola’s national restoration vision.
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World Giraffe Day 2026
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Over the past 35 years, giraffe numbers have decreased by nearly 30%.
In regions once considered prime habitats, their numbers have dropped by up to 95%, and giraffe have lost nearly 90% of their historical range over the last three centuries.
In the BBC documentary “Giraffe: Africa’s Gentle Giants”—featuring GCF’s important work in Africa—Sir David Attenborough referred to this decline as a “Silent Extinction.”
Despite a significant decline in their population over recent decades, giraffe have garnered minimal attention and support for their conservation. Research conducted by GCF and our partners has led to critical discoveries for the preservation of giraffe in the wild, most notably the identification of four distinct giraffe species. Among these, two species have such critically low populations that they are among the most endangered large mammals on the planet.
GCF is dedicated to securing a future for all giraffe populations in the wild. Our conservation approach is based on solid science and our Translocation Programs are just one example that proves our success by actively bringing giraffe back into areas where they originally reigned.
Learn About Giraffe
Giraffe, the tallest land animals, possess unique characteristics like long necks, intricate spot patterns, and complex social behaviors. Explore their remarkable adaptations, behaviors, and challenges, revealing the wonders of the giraffe’s world.
Do giraffe drink?
The short answer: yes — rarely, reluctantly, and in the least dignified pose in Africa.
Are there different types of giraffe?
The short answer: yes — four distinct species. And that's a fairly recent discovery.
What are the closest relatives of giraffe?
The short answer: the okapi. And it looks nothing like a giraffe.
Giraffe evolution, taxonomy, and classification
The giraffe's family tree is stranger than you'd expect — and the animal at the root of it looked nothing…
Giraffe on the Move: Mapping a Silent Recovery
Unexpected migratory patterns in Nubian and Kordofan giraffe underscore the vital importance of connected landscapes and cross-border cooperation for their survival.
4 giraffe species recognized in historic IUCN decision
For the first time in history, giraffe have been recognized as four distinct species — a discovery that will transform their conservation across Africa.
Heads up – Four giraffe species have distinct cranial morphology
Large study of the skull shape of giraffe confirms that there are four distinct species of giraffe
Angolan giraffe on the move
It was a big week for Angolan giraffe as we increased their range in Southern Africa
Giraffe reveal stunning genetic diversity
This first genomic-wide study on giraffe highlights the urgent need for increased conservation efforts and an updated taxonomic review.
Translocation – Angolan giraffe return to Iona National Park in Angola
In a collaborative effort, 14 giraffe were successfully translocation.
Operation Sahel Giraffe II
Niger is standing tall for West African giraffe in a daring translocation mission.
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