Giraffe in Tanzania: Masai Giraffe Facts, Habitat and Where to See Them A symbol of the East African plains is the giraffe in Tanzania. The stunning Maasai giraffe (Giraffa tippelskirchi) is a creature with a lot of history in Tanzania. People love its majestic look and how its height symbolizes seeing the past and present at once. Meet the Masai giraffe—Tanzania’s national animal. When you think of Tanzania’s Serengeti, one image stands out—a graceful giraffe towering above the acacia trees, munching quietly as the sun sets behind the savannah. https://www.asanjaafrica.com/blog/giraffe-in-tanzania/