Rothschild's Giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis rothschildi)

The Rothschild's giraffe (also known as the Baringo or Ugandan giraffe) is one of the most endangered giraffe subspecies on Earth, instantly distinguished by its exceptionally tall stature, pale orange-brown patches, and distinctive white "stockings" that lack markings below the knees. Sporting up to five horn-like ossicones on their heads, these are browsers that play a vital role in trimming the high canopy of acacia woodlands. Using their prehensile, 20-inch purplish-black tongues, they easily maneuver around fierce thorns to feed. Uganda is a place where conservation efforts have successfully protected and expanded their remaining populations across protected savannah networks.