White-tailed deer show alarm by flicking up their tails. Dogs stretch their front legs out in front of them and lower their bodies when they want to play. Elephants show affection by entwining their trunks. Giraffes press their necks together when they are attracted to each other. Gorillas stick out their tongues to show anger.
Horses rub noses as a sign of affection.
Prairie dogs bare their teeth and press their mouths together to discover if they are friends or foes. Swans entwine their long necks both to fight and to court. This Page Printer-Friendly Version BoxerMath Classroom Connect EdGate PH School Scott Foresman SkyLight Professional Development Find a wealth of learning resources for your classroom. Professional and Classroom Learning resources. The Learning Network Inc. All Rights Reserved.