Extinct Tasmanian tiger's 'snap' unlike any living mammal's bite

The Tasmanian tiger, which went extinct almost a century ago, had a rare combination for a carnivorous mammal: a huge skull and a lethal snap.
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Research reveals that the extinct Tasmanian tiger possessed a unique bite mechanism, combining a large skull with an exceptionally powerful snap, setting it apart from all living carnivorous mammals. This finding sheds light on the animal’s predatory capabilities and evolutionary adaptations.

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