Summary:
- Giraffes have distinctive patterns of spots or blotches on their skin, which help them camouflage in their natural habitat.
- The spots also play a role in regulating the giraffe's body temperature, as the darker areas absorb more heat while the lighter areas reflect it.
- Researchers believe the unique spot patterns also help giraffes recognize each other and communicate, as each giraffe's pattern is unique, similar to human fingerprints.