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.
1 Basic crutches usually are covered by health insurance when necessary -- such as when a patient has an injury that interferes with mobility. 2  However, health insurance typically will not cover higher-end crutches such as the hands-free crutch unless needed. Products that have received good customer reviews include: Carex Push Button Aluminum Crutches, Medline Aluminum Forearm Crutches, and Millenial Crutch In-Motion Pro Ergonomic Folding Crutches. 2  With crutches, fit is important and most crutches are adjustable.