Giraffe24 by 18 Acrylic on Gallery Wrapped Canvas. An Original by Terrinye. Giraffe Facts Giraffes, with their towering height and distinctive coat patterns, are nature's silent communicators. Their massive hearts work tirelessly to pump blood up their long necks, while their diet of leaves requires their unique 18 inch tongues. Despite their gentle nature, they can deliver powerful kicks for defense. Social beings, they form ever changing groups. Vulnerable