Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
How do we care for giraffe at the Zoo? With a lot of expertise and aroha!
Giraffes are the world’s tallest land mammal and need their own specialised care. Incredibly, our ungulates keepers have more than 70 years combined experience in caring for giraffe!
Every day they ensure the giraffe tower have everything they need to live positive and fulfilling lives – from providing nutritious diets in a stimulating way, to creating the right environment for them to thrive.
Watch as Heff explains how we meet the giraffes needs for their diet, health, behaviour and environment.
How do we care for giraffe at the Zoo? With a lot of expertise and aroha!
Giraffes are the world’s tallest land mammal and need their own specialised care. Incredibly, our ungulates keepers have more than 70 years combined experience in caring for giraffe!
Every day they ensure the giraffe tower have everything they need to live positive and fulfilling lives – from providing nutritious diets in a stimulating way, to creating the right environment for them to thrive.
Watch as Heff explains how we meet the giraffes needs for their diet, health, behaviour and environment.
