Dental caries is the scientific term for tooth decay or cavities. It is caused by specific types of bacteria. They produce acid that destroys the tooth's enamel and the layer under it, the dentin.
A giraffe is an herbivore-albeit I've heard of them eating meat on occasion-it's rare that they do, and not their normal diet. RealFriends Â· 9 years ago. Thumbs up.
Giraffes are herbivores that primarily eat the twigs of trees but also eat shrubs, grass and fruits. They are also known to visit carcasses and lick the dried meat off bones. â¦ However, like all mammals, giraffes drink water from streams and pools at intervals of up to three days.