Giraffes in zoos face specific challenges including limited vertical space, cold climates, abnormal flooring, and social complexity that must be carefully managed to support their welfare.
Giraffe welfare in zoos requires attention to the unique demands of the world's tallest animal. Providing appropriate substrates, social groups, thermal comfort, and behavioural opportunities including browse feeding at height are essential. Modern zoo design increasingly recognises that traditional giraffe exhibits are inadequate, with larger, more naturalistic enclosures becoming the standard at progressive facilities.