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Giraffes inherit their spots from their mothers

The animals' patterns of fur splotches may also indicate how well the tall creatures can survive

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SPOT ON  Giraffes get their characteristic patterns of spots from their mothers, a new study finds.

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By Jennifer Leman

- More than 2 years ago

The mottled patterns that adorn Africa’s tallest creatures are passed down from their mothers, a new study suggests.