Giraffes are the tallest mammals on Earth, with their height primarily coming from their incredibly long legs and neck. Most people underestimate just how tall they truly are.
An adult giraffe typically stands between 4.3 to 5.7 meters (14 to 19 feet) tall. Male giraffes are generally taller than females, often reaching the upper end of this range.
To put that into perspective, a giraffe is often taller than a standard single-story house, and its head can easily reach the second floor of a building. Their legs alone are taller than most adult humans, measuring about 1.8 meters (6 feet).
Pro tip: Despite their extremely long necks, giraffes only have seven cervical vertebrae, the same number as humans. Each vertebra, however, is significantly elongated, allowing for their impressive reach.