How much does A Giraffe weigh?
1,200 kg (2,646 lb)
per adult
A Giraffe weighs about 1,200 kg (2,646 lb) per adult. About the same as a small car.
| Weight (metric) | 1,200 kg |
| Weight (imperial) | 2,646 lb |
| Measured per | adult |
| Category | Animals |
| Compares to | About the same as a small car. |
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About the weight of a giraffe
Adult giraffes weigh 800 to 1,400 kg, with males heavier than females.
A newborn calf already weighs around 70 kg.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a giraffe weigh?
- A Giraffe weighs about 1,200 kg (2,646 lb) per adult. Adult giraffes weigh 800 to 1,400 kg, with males heavier than females.
- How much do 10 of them weigh?
- Ten would weigh roughly 12,000 kg (26,455 lb).
- What does that compare to?
- About the same as a small car.