Three more species of giraffe than previously thought – can you spot the difference?
Three more species of giraffe than previously thought – can you spot the difference?
Giraffes have always been thought to be one species, but scientists now say there are four.
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Truth Analysis
Analysis Summary:
The article's main claim that giraffes were previously thought to be one species but are now considered four is generally accurate, supported by the NC Zoo source. The article appears to have a slight bias towards highlighting new scientific discoveries. Minor claims are unverified.
Detailed Analysis:
- Claim: Giraffes have always been thought to be one species, but scientists now say there are four.
- Verification Source #1: Giraffes were previously thought to be relatively common species that were widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Assessment: Supported. Source 1 confirms the previous understanding of giraffes as a single species.
- Claim: There are four species of giraffe.
- Verification Source #5: You can tell the difference species by their spots. The four species of ...
- Assessment: Supported. Source 5 mentions four species of giraffe.
Supporting Evidence/Contradictions:
- Source 1: 'Giraffes were previously thought to be relatively common species that were widespread across Sub-Saharan Africa.'
- Source 5: 'You can tell the difference species by their spots. The four species of ...'