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- Giraffes face unique challenges during storms because their height makes sheltering difficult.
- Experts at Sydney Taronga Zoo say giraffes are safe in storms, and standing is their safest position.
- Giraffes possess thermoregulation abilities to cope with cooler temperatures.
- A viral video of giraffes in a rainstorm sparked online concern.
- The primary threats to giraffes are human encroachment and habitat loss, not rain.
