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Giraffe species and distribution

In the 18th century, giraffes were widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. In the meantime, their habitat has shrunk considerably. Until 2016, only one species with nine subspecies was known. DNA tests, however, prove that there are four different species. Author: ZDF/Terra X/R.Marel/C.Gerisch/SpiegelTV/

Structure and function of a giraffe neck

A giraffe's neck is up to 2.50 meters long, weighs around 250 kilograms and is held in place by only one tendon and seven cervical vertebras. It is a particular challenge to the vascular system when the giraffe bends its head down to drink. Author: ZDF/Terra X/R.Marel/C.Gerisch/SpiegelTV/Jochen Sch

How to protect yourself during an earthquake

Look out, earthquake! The walls start to shake and the building sways violently. Seismic ground motion and the resonance effect can make tall buildings move for up to several minutes. So what should you do to be safe in a high rise building during a big tremor? First, get under a desk for protection

The Non-Violent Communication Model

There are arguably two styles of communication. Communication that’s coercive, manipulative, and hurtful and communication that’s honest, respectful, and compassionate. Marshall Rosenberg, who developed a model for Nonviolent Communication (NVC), liked to demonstrate the differences between the st