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Do giraffs have black tongues?

yes in fact giraffes do have black tongues...the questiopn is why do giraffes have black tongues =P to protect it from the sun Second answer by arcticspa224: No, rumor has it that Giraffes have blue or purple tongues.


Why does giraffe's have blue tongues?

people say it has a blue tongue so it does not get sunburnedGiraffes use their tongues to draw leaves into their mouths when eating, so their tongues spend a fair amount of time outside their mouths. The dark color is simply pigmentation to protect their tongues from getting sunburned.


Why are giraffes tunges long?

Sorry, I don't have the answer, But tongues is spelled like Tongues.


How can giraffes clean their eyes?

The answer is yes. Giraffes have very long tongues.


How long do Giraffes tongues grow?

about up to 20cm


What is the most interesting animal fact?

Elephants are afraid of mice. Giraffes have blue tongues. Giraffes are silent.


Do giraffes clean themselves?

Giraffes have a tongue that measures 22 inches. Giraffes are able to clean their entire bodies, including their ears with their tongues.


Why do giraffes have long tongues?

To use to get to leaves high in the trees.


Can giraffes lick their elbows?

No, giraffes cannot lick their elbows. Their necks are too long and their tongues are not flexible enough to reach that far back.


Why are girraffe's tongues black?

Actually they are either blue or purple and this is so they won't get sunburned from feeding all day.


Does a zebra have a pink or black tongue?

a blue/purple and just a tiny hint of yellow.Purple


Why is a giraffes tongue black?

A giraffe's tongue is black to protect it from sunburn while it is out for long periods of time feeding on leaves from trees. The dark pigment in their tongues acts as a natural sunscreen to prevent them from getting injured or sunburned.