The Splendor of the Savannah: The Life and Habits of African Animals

No less impressive inhabitants of the savannah are giraffes and zebras. Giraffes, the tallest land animals, feed on acacia leaves, which are inaccessible to other herbivores. Their long necks and unique coloring make them easily recognizable. Zebras, with their distinctive black and white stripes, use their coloration for camouflage and protection from predators.

Savannah is also home to many small mammals, birds and reptiles. Known for their gregarious behavior and vigilance, meerkats live in complex burrows and play an important role in controlling insect populations.