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submitted 4 months ago by Mothra@mander.xyz to c/science@mander.xyz

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Pretty interesting find. (Not completely sure if this is the right community for this- let me know if you know where else it would be a good fit!)

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[–] snooggums@midwest.social 9 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Beavers keep growing their yeeth indefinitely too due to being rodents, but the iron buildup probably helps the teeth wear a bit slower.

[–] Malgas@beehaw.org 10 points 4 months ago

The iron content in beaver teeth is concentrated at the front surface so that they are self-sharpening as they wear down.