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Q: Why do crocodiles always look like they are smiling?
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Why does a crocodile always look like its smiling?

A FACT: Crocodiles cannot cry; they lack tear ducts. Yet this is a myth; Crocodiles possess lacrimal glands which secrete a proteinaceous fluid, just like in humans, though tears will only be visible after a crocodile is out of the water for a prolonged period of time, and dries out. However, while crocodiles can and do generate tears, this is solely a method of cleaning their eyes - they do not weep or cry for remorse. A PROVERB: Crocodile tears is false or insincere weeping, a hypocritical display of emotions. The expression comes from an ancient anecdote that crocodiles weep in order to lure their prey, or that they cry for the victims they are eating. They are fake tears.The allusion is to an old notion that crocodiles cry whilst eating their prey. Also, if out of the water for some time they weep to lubricate dry eyes. Crocodile tears are a way of expressing superficial sympathy form human beings. It is a way of expressing insincere remorse


Where are crocodiles found and what does there home look like?

Crocodiles are found in rivers and swamps around the world, in trpoical regions.


Do crocodiles live in the rain forest?

yes they do live in a tropical rain forest! :)


What does an american alligator look like?

Alligators, caimans and gharials are all relatives to crocodiles, and so they look very similar. There are also a few lizards that look a bit like crocodiles but are not related to them.


What animal smiles at older males of its species?

Many animals can make their mouths move in a manner that can resemble human smiling, but smiling to express the emotion of happiness is something that is unique to humans and perhaps other primates.

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there grining


How does a crocidiles look like its smiling?

it is always happy


Why does it look like turtles are always smiling?

mayby smell smoothing


Do Kittens Smile?

They are usually always playful and happy so they look like they are smiling.


Can a guinea pig smile?

Yes, I'd like to think they do. When you look at their mouth it always looks like they are smiling.


Is dolphin a smiling fish?

The shape of their mouth often makes it look like they are smiling.


Why does a crocodile always look like its smiling?

A FACT: Crocodiles cannot cry; they lack tear ducts. Yet this is a myth; Crocodiles possess lacrimal glands which secrete a proteinaceous fluid, just like in humans, though tears will only be visible after a crocodile is out of the water for a prolonged period of time, and dries out. However, while crocodiles can and do generate tears, this is solely a method of cleaning their eyes - they do not weep or cry for remorse. A PROVERB: Crocodile tears is false or insincere weeping, a hypocritical display of emotions. The expression comes from an ancient anecdote that crocodiles weep in order to lure their prey, or that they cry for the victims they are eating. They are fake tears.The allusion is to an old notion that crocodiles cry whilst eating their prey. Also, if out of the water for some time they weep to lubricate dry eyes. Crocodile tears are a way of expressing superficial sympathy form human beings. It is a way of expressing insincere remorse


What does it look like where crocodiles live?

They live in swaps.


What do crocodile babies look like?

of course like baby crocodiles


Does a guy like you if they always turn and smile at you whenever something funny or when your talking or catch their glance and they always stare at you outside of class but never talk or smile?

if he is always smiling at you and turning to look at you then it sound like it! I'm a guy and I say yes.


Where are crocodiles found and what does there home look like?

Crocodiles are found in rivers and swamps around the world, in trpoical regions.


How do you get a person to like you and date?

Smiling at them helps. Look them in the eye and be honest.