10 animals whose teeth are bigger than you think

Hippopotamus Hippos have tusk-like incisors reaching 16 inches in length. These massive teeth aren’t for chewing, but fighting and defence. Despite their vegetarian diet, hippos’ enormous teeth make them one of Africa’s deadliest animals.

Narwhal Narwhals boast a legendary ‘unicorn horn,’ actually a tooth extending up to 10 feet. This spiralled tusk grows from males and helps in dominance displays, sensory perception, and social communication.

Elephant Elephants’ tusks are elongated upper incisors that can reach 10 feet and weigh over 200 pounds. They use them for digging, stripping bark, defence, and displays of dominance in herds.

Walrus Walruses have long ivory tusks, sometimes three feet long, used for pulling themselves onto ice, breaking through surfaces, and fighting rivals. Both males and females possess these iconic Arctic teeth.

Sperm whale Sperm whales have lower jaw teeth that can reach eight inches long. While they mostly swallow squid whole, their teeth are used for fighting rivals, showing dominance, and hunting.

Wild boar Wild boars sport sharp, curved tusks that keep growing throughout life. These large teeth, sometimes over six inches, help dig, defend, and intimidate, making boars aggressive and formidable opponents.

Crocodile Crocodiles have up to 68 sharp, conical teeth that continuously regrow. Some measure four inches, designed for gripping prey. Their powerful jaws and big teeth make them apex predators of rivers.

Tiger Tigers’ canine teeth can grow over three inches, the largest of any big cat. These razor-sharp weapons pierce prey’s necks with incredible force, crucial for hunting and survival in the wild.

Great white shark Great white sharks’ triangular teeth reach three inches and are serrated for tearing flesh. They continually replace them throughout life, ensuring they always have a lethal, efficient hunting arsenal.

Baboon Baboons’ canine teeth can grow longer than a lion’s, which is up to two inches. Males use these impressive fangs for intimidation and fighting, reminding rivals and predators of their strength and dominance.

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