Why do musk deer have fangs?

Musk deer do not have fangs.

They have long, pointed canine teeth which are present in both males and females. These teeth are used for:

* Defense: The long canines serve as a deterrent to predators.

* Competition: Male musk deer use their canines to fight with each other for territory and mating rights.

* Grooming: The canines are also used to help with grooming by scratching and cleaning.

It's important to distinguish between fangs and canine teeth. Fangs are typically associated with venomous snakes and are used to inject venom. Canine teeth are common in mammals and are generally used for tearing and ripping food.