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October 16, 2020

A crocodile cannot stick out its tongue!

"A crocodile's tongue doesn't move. It is held in place at the roof of the mouth by a membrane. Because crocodiles spend so much time underwater, the tongue helps keep the throat closed, protecting the animal's airway. Unlike other species, the tongue plays no part in feeding."

-Meggitt, Jane. "Can a Crocodile Stick Out Its Tongue?". animals.mom.com, https://animals.mom.com/can-crocodile-stick-out-its-tongue-10015.html.

Read more about crocodiles:

Crocodile Facts for Elementary

Crocodile Facts for Middle School