Mammals of Kenya
Reticulated Giraffe Drinking
Out on a game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, I came across a herd of Reticulated Giraffes. When these animals finish drinking, they flick their head and a dribble comes out of their mouth. I waited for the giraffe to start raising its head at the water hole and took a series of pictures. What I did not foresee was the oxpeckers flying away.
Nikon D700, Sigma 150-500mm OS at 400mm, F6.3, 1/3200s, ISO 1250, handheld
Date: 11/04/2012
Location: Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Nanyuki, Kenya
Photographer: Arnaud Germain
