How many teeth does an adult tiger have?
An adult tiger has 30 teeth specifically adapted for hunting and eating meat, including 4 massive canines, 12 incisors, 10 premolars, and 4 molars.
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An adult tiger has 30 teeth specifically adapted for hunting and eating meat, including 4 massive canines, 12 incisors, 10 premolars, and 4 molars.
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