Skull adaptations for hard biting

Ahoy there Skullywags! Here's an introduction to skull adaptations that help increase bite forces. For now, I compare species with a common skull bauplan or "ecomorph". This means I compare species that are related enough to have similar skull architecture, which allows us to focus on differences in bite leverage and bone reinforcement. I'm avoiding comparing super different skulls where a lot of other influences on skull shape can get in the way. Then I finish with a couple of extremes of these patterns, but these species are not closely related, just cool examples. If you have any questions about skulls, feel free to ask in the comments and I might be able to answer them in future uploads :) Socials: X: @theskullywaglab Intro animations by Stephanie Montaño and Jansel Rubiano stephaniemontanog.myportfolio.com Music Introduction: Max Brhon - Redemption [NCS Release] Body: Palm Skies & DEAN - Will You Come (Feat. Reuben Cameron) [NCS Release] Outro: NEFFEX - Desperate [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds Free Download/Stream