Giraffes have seen a 38% decline in their numbers since 1985, falling from about 157,000 to 97,500 today

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Giraffes

Rhinos

African lions

Guardian graphic | Source: IUCN Red List. Date ranges: Giraffes, 1985-2015; Rhinos, 1970-2015; African lions, 1990-2015