Only 25 to 50% of. giraffe calves reach adulthood; the life expectancy is between 20 and 25 years in the wild and 28 years in captivity. The giraffe browses on the twigs of trees, preferring plants of the Mimosa genus; but it appears that it can, without. inconvenience, live on other vegetable food. A giraffe can eat 63 kg (140 lb) of leaves and twigs daily.
crutch - a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking. staff - a strong rod or stick with a specialized utilitarian purpose; he walked with the help of a wooden staff.
A type of crutch with a cuff at the top to go around the forearm, also known as the Lofstrand crutch. It is the type most commonly used in Europe. A forearm crutch is used by inserting the arm into a cuff and holding the grip.