Odd but true riddles, puzzles, brain teasers and conundrums

That Can't be Right Riddles

Why does a chicken lay an egg?
If she dropped it, it would break.

Why does the giraffe have a long neck?
Because his head is so far from his body.

Why does the stork stand on one leg only?
If he lifted it, he would fall down.

Why doesn't it cost much to feed a horse?
Because a horse eats best when it doesn't have a bit in its mouth.

Why don't scarecrows have any fun?
Because they are stuffed shirts.

Why is a pig in the house like a house afire?
Because the sooner you put it out, the better.

Why is a room full of married couples empty?
Because there is not a single person in it.

Why is it so easy to weigh fish?
Because the fish have their own scales.

Why is the letter B hot?
Because it makes oil boil.

Why is the number nine like a peacock?
Because it is nothing without its tail.

Why is your nose in the middle of your face?
Because it is the scenter (centre).

Why should a man's hair turn gray before his moustache?
Because it is older.

Why shouldn't you keep a library book on the ground overnight?
Because in the morning it will be overdue (dew).

That Can't be Right Riddles

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