Bite forces, canine strength and skull allometry in carnivores (Mammalia, Carnivora)

Key Points

• Bite forces reveal patterns linked to skull allometry, influencing feeding behavior.
• Canine strength varies distinctly across different carnivore species, affecting predation strategies.
• Analysis of skull dimensions shows a significant correlation with bite force capabilities.
• Understanding these relationships may shed light on evolutionary adaptations in carnivorous mammals.

Abstract