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  1. Wildlife Informer
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    10 Examples of Animals with Tusks (Pictures and Facts)

    • This is probably the first animal who comes to mind for most of us when we think of species with tusks. Elephants are known to be gentle giants who use their tusks for many things like feeding, creating hole… See more

    Narwhal

    The narwhal is featured in many fairy tales, and is kind of like the unicorn of the sea. Forget what we said for a moment about most animals having 2 tusks, because these guys … See more

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    Warthog

    These snorty creatures are much cuter in The Lion King, coming with some pretty scary looking … See more

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    Walrus

    Walruses are enormous, and while they may look like gentle giants from far away, they’re nothing to mess with. Found on both males and females, with males, they can grow as lon… See more

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    Hippopotamus

    Hipposare absolutely massive animals, which can cause serious injury as well. With tusks that start from their bottom incisor teeth, they are also unfortunately hunted by … See more

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  1. Wikipedia
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  2. Fauna Facts
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    15 Examples of Animals with Tusks (A to Z List +Pictures)

  3. WildLifeFAQ.com
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    15+ Animals With Tusks (With Pictures and Facts)

  4. Wildlife SOS
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    Difference Between Tusks And Tushes In Asian Elephants

  5. AnimalTriangle
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    15 Animals With Amazing Tusks (You Need To Know …

    If not, Let me introduce you to the large, small, cute animals that all have one thing in common is Tusk. Surprise! We are taking you to the past, where you will be surprised by the bigger elephants like creatures that have as many as four …

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    Which animal has a large tusk?
    The Elephant is the biggest land animal on earth with larger tusks than any other animal. The tusks of an elephant are actually formed by the incisor teeth that can reach about 6 feet in length. The African bush elephant (Loxodonta africana) is named Satao is the largest elephant whose tusks are so large that they easily touch the ground.

    15 Animals With Amazing Tusks (You Need To Know With Pictures)

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    What are tusks used for?
    Tusks have a variety of uses depending on the animal. Social displays of dominance, particularly among males, are common, as is their use in defense against attackers. Elephants use their tusks as digging and boring tools. Walruses use their tusks to grip and haul out on ice.

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    What animal has 4 tusks?
    The African elephant, Loxodonta africana, is the largest land animal. It has four tusks which are used for digging up roots and stripping bark from trees to eat. Tusks are also used for fighting other males and defending the herd from predators. Male African elephants can grow up to 13 feet in height and weigh over 13,000 pounds.

    15 Examples of Animals with Tusks (A to Z List +Pictures)

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    What are tusks made of?
    Typically growing in pairs, tusks are essentially elongated, continuously-growing front teeth which extend well beyond the mouth. They’re often confused with horns and while similar, tusks are made of enamel just like regular teeth are. There are many animals with tusks, though most of us can probably just think of a few off the top of our heads.

    10 Examples of Animals with Tusks (Pictures and Facts)

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    What are elephant tusks used for?
    Purpose of tusks: The tusks of an elephant serve a variety of purposes as they soundlessly make their way through the forest. Elephants use their tusks for digging, foraging, lifting heavy barks of trees and even stripping barks from trees.

    Difference Between Tusks And Tushes In Asian Elephants

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    What are elephant tusks made of?
    The elephant’s tusks are composed of the same components and materials that are found in human teeth, namely dentin and enamel, to form the tusks. The main trouble with elephants is humans killing them for the tusks. An African elephant’s tusks are pleasantly curved and about 6 feet long.

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  7. International Fund for Animal Welfare | IFAW
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    16 Terrific Animals With Tusks | IFAW

  8. Elephant Guide
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    Elephants have Tusks: Everything you need to know

    Dec 6, 2022 · Elephant tusks are an essential part of an elephant’s anatomy and serve various purposes, including digging for water and roots, stripping bark off trees, and defending themselves against predators or other elephants.

  9. Smithsonian's National Zoo
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    Asian elephant | Smithsonian's National Zoo and …

    Most female and some male Asian elephants have small tusks, called tushes, which seldom protrude more than an inch or two from the lip line. Elephants communicate over long distances using low-pitched sounds that are barely …

  10. Britannica
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    What’s the Difference Between Asian and African …

    African elephants have rounded heads, while Asian elephants have a twin-domed head, which means there’s a divot line running up the head. Finally, you can look at the tusks. Both male and female African elephants can have tusks, but only …