African wildlife expert Rob the Ranger watches giraffes and elephants interact at the camp waterhole in Amboseli.

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One reason is for camouflage; a giraffe's spots help it blend into its surroundings. The irregular markings break up the animal's outline, especially when sunlight filters through trees and shrubs.