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Tasmanian devil's bite force recognized as strongest relative to size

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The Tasmanian devil has been recognized by Guinness World Records for possessing the most powerful bite relative to its body size among living mammalian carnivores. Researchers developed a bite force quotient (BFQ) to standardize comparisons, finding the devil's BFQ of approximately 181 significantly surpasses that of larger predators like lions and tigers. This remarkable strength allows the devil to process tough food items and scavenge carcasses efficiently, reflecting its unique evolutionary adaptations. AI

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Scott Travers, Contributor ·

    Meet The Tasmanian Devil — The Animal With The Most Powerful Bite On Earth

    The Tasmanian devil is far from being the biggest predator on Earth, but its astonishing bite force places it in a league of its own.

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