Humans can so why can't giraffes? I have wondered this for a long time.....
2007-02-06 14:58:33 · 6 answers · asked by believer_rachel 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
Yes they can.
"Giraffes are ruminants, with a 4-chambered stomach, which means they regurgitate their food and chew it again."
"As a ruminant, the giraffe may swallow a great deal of leaves to store in the first compartment of its stomach, known as the "rumen." After the food is softened up, it is regurgitated, and chewed before it is swallowed again. This allows the giraffe to watch for danger while chewing its cud. "
2007-02-06 15:13:54 · answer #1 · answered by Beef 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes, contrary to some who shall remain nameless, all animals can throw up. vomiting is the body's way of immediately tossing the yuck in the stomach that is "toxic" or blocking the gullet.so yes giraffes throw up. gag reflex has nothing to do with the ability to toss cookies. cats spue hair balls and have no gag reflex. chew on that, enjoy it.
beef you are smart, if i could rate that answer i would give you a 10+!
2007-02-06 23:18:25 · answer #2 · answered by Danielle D 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A lack of a gag reflex is the reason that many animals such as horses cannot throw up. I do not know if giraffes can throw up but this would be the reason why if they cannot.
2007-02-06 23:08:18 · answer #3 · answered by Christine C 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The more important question is do giraffes neck?
2007-02-06 23:01:41 · answer #4 · answered by Roll_Tide! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont know, but i would certaintly wanted to see one
2007-02-06 23:01:37 · answer #5 · answered by teddybears 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know that horses and cattle cannot thow-up.
2007-02-06 23:02:43 · answer #6 · answered by Deckard2020 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋