the giraffe is neck performs many varied tasks. its length enables the animal to eat from trees or tall bushes and permits it to view ienemies as they approach from distanec give the better prospect for survival it also serves as a cooling tower because its large surface helps dissipate heat in addition the creature uses its neck to gain momentum when moving finally although aggressive this species is rarely it uses its neck as a powerful weapon the horned skull the top completes the formidable weapon