17K views · 413 reactions | Did you know that baby giraffes, called calves, are born hooves first and can start walking within hours? But before they can munch on leaves, they rely on their mother’s milk to grow strong. Giraffes typically nurse for up to 9–12 months, where they grow rapidly, often gaining several pounds a day! 漣 Come see our baby this weekend til 6 today! 凌 | The Wild Animal Park | Facebook