In fact, one of the most famous places to visit to see these magnificent beasts is Yellowstone National Park, which has two herds with a combined population of around 4,550 animals.

ABILENE, Texas — The tallest animal in the world is a giraffe. They can grow as tall as 14 to 19 feet, and today the Abilene Zoo is celebrating these magnificent animals on National Giraffe Day.