One of the many highlights of a recent safari in Kenya were the large numbers of giraffes we encountered. These almost literally fabulous animals are one of nature’s most marvellous creatures. While seriously endangered, the good news is that their numbers are, however, quite healthy in certain key reserves. Imagine my amazement then on returning to Cambridge to find the city host to dozens of giraffes, each decorated in a unique pattern. The Cambridge Standing Tall project involves more than 90 giraffe models decorated in a huge range of eye-catching styles, sponsored and created by many orga…