How big are the teeth on a Bengal tiger?

Bengal tigers (Panthera tigris tigris) have relatively large teeth compared to other big cats. Here are the approximate measurements of their teeth:

Canines (upper):

- Length: 6.4 - 7.6 cm (2.5 - 3 inches)

- Width: 2.5 - 2.8 cm (1 - 1.1 inches)

Canines (lower):

- Length: 6.9 - 9.1 cm (2.7 - 3.6 inches)

- Width: 2.5 - 2.8 cm (1 - 1.1 inches)

Incisors:

- Length: 2.5 - 3.8 cm (1 - 1.5 inches)

- Width: 1.3 - 1.6 cm (0.5 - 0.6 inches)

Premolars:

- Length: 3 - 4 cm (1.2 - 1.6 inches)

- Width: 1.9 - 2.2 cm (0.7 - 0.9 inches)

Molars:

- Length: 2.5 - 3.5 cm (1 - 1.4 inches)

- Width: 2 - 2.5 cm (0.8 - 1 inches)

It's important to note that these measurements can vary among individual tigers. The teeth of male tigers tend to be slightly larger than those of females.