Hightower, G. Giraffenstein, F. Spotswood, R. Neckbert, E. Longfellow, H.
Through the lens of game theory, this paper explores the competitive nature of giraffe necking. We model the interaction between two giraffes, analyzing the optimal strategies of both players. Our results demonstrate that neck length is a dominant factor in determining the victor of a necking match, with longer necks leading to a higher likelihood of success. Interestingly, we also uncover a surprising inverse correlation between neck length and intelligence as giraffes with shorter necks tend to outsmart their lengthier counterparts. Overall, this paper sheds new light on the complex dynamics of giraffe necking and provides valuable insight for long-necked creatures everywhere.