By HT Trending Desk
Published Oct 05, 2024
Hindustan Times
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10 animals with strongest bite
Nile Crocodile (5,000 psi): Holds the record for the strongest bite, crushing prey effortlessly.
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Saltwater Crocodile (3,700 psi): Uses a death roll while gripping prey to ensure a secure hold.
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American Alligator (2,125 psi): Capable of ambushing a wide range of prey with surprising speed.
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Hippopotamus (1,800 psi): Known for its enormous teeth, hippos defend territory fiercely against rivals.
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Jaguar (1,500 psi): Renowned for its ability to pierce tough shells and bones with one powerful bite.
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Bull Shark (1,350 psi): Versatile predator with a bite force strong enough to tackle various prey.
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Gorilla (1,300 psi): Primarily herbivorous, gorillas use their strength to chew tough plant parts.
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Polar Bear (1,200 psi): These apex predators rely on their bite to catch seals and scavenge carrion.
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Grizzly Bear (1,160 psi): With powerful jaws, grizzlies can crush bones and tear into flesh with ease.
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Hyena (1,100 psi): Specialised teeth allow hyenas to consume bones and marrow, wasting nothing.
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Comparison with Humans: The average human bite force is just 162 psi, making the Nile crocodile's bite over 30 times stronger.
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Record Holder: Richard Hoffman holds the human record with a bite force exceeding six times the average.
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