05/29/2026
One of the most awkward moments in the animal kingdom, caught on camera: a giraffe stopping to drink water!
While giraffes are common sightings on safari, actually seeing one drink is much less common. They can go days or even weeks without drinking, getting much of their moisture from the plants they eat.
To reach the water, they must spread their legs into this vulnerable position, making them easy targets for lions and other predators.
Thankfully, this giraffe we spotted in Namibia’s Etosha National Park had some companions nearby keeping watch while she paused for a refreshing drink!