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Ladyhawk's Aerie
Posted by Ladyhawk in The DU Lounge
Tue Jun 13th 2006, 10:34 PM
(lower jaw) can move independently, giving them incredible bite pressure. I believe it's 500 lb. per square inch. The strongest jaws in the bird world belong to the hyacinth macaw. Here's a look at the anatomy. Note that the upper jaw can be moved independently. Also note the long cheek bone for attachment of muscles:



Here's a hyacinth in life:



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