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Researchers have divided giraffes into four separate species: Northern, Reticulated, Maasai, and Southern giraffes.
This new classification enables targeted conservation measures that cater to the unique requirements of each species, assisting in prioritizing those that are critically endangered.
With approximately 117,000 giraffes remaining in the wild, and a 40% decline in their population over the last three decades, recognizing the distinctions among these species can enhance conservation efforts.
The primary threats facing giraffes include habitat loss, poaching, and disease; the updated taxonomy seeks to draw greater attention and action to their safeguarding.
