Top 10 Heaviest Animals In The World
Blue Whale: The largest and heaviest animal to have ever lived, reaching up to 150 tons and over 100 feet long. These marine giants feed primarily on tiny krill, consuming up to 4 tons of it daily. (Image: Canva)
African Elephant: The heaviest land animal, weighing up to 14,000 pounds. It is known for its intelligence, complex social behaviour, and massive ears that help regulate body temperature. (Image: Canva)
Fin Whale: Second only to the blue whale in size, the fin whale can weigh up to 80 tons. It is incredibly fast for its size, earning the nickname “the greyhound of the sea.” (Image: Canva)
Sperm Whale: The largest toothed predator on Earth, with males weighing up to 125,000 pounds. It is famous for deep diving and its use of echolocation to hunt giant squid. (Image: Canva)
Right Whale: They can weigh up to 70 tons and are known for their enormous heads, which make up about a third of their body length. They are slow swimmers and were historically easy targets for whalers. (Image: Canva)
Bowhead Whale: They weigh nearly 100 tons and is adapted to life in Arctic waters. It holds the record for the longest-lived mammal, with some individuals estimated to be over 200 years old. (Image: Canva)
Asian Elephant: It is slightly smaller than its African cousin, weighing up to 12,000 pounds. It is revered in many cultures and is distinguished by its smaller ears and more domed head. (Image: Canva)
White Rhinoceros: Weighing up to 5,000 pounds, the white rhino is the largest of all rhino species. Despite their bulk, they can run up to 30 mph and are crucial for maintaining grassland ecosystems. (Image: Canva)
Hippopotamus: Hippos weigh up to 4,000 pounds and spend most of their time in water to keep cool. Although they appear docile, they are highly territorial and considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. (Image: Canva)
Indian Bison: The largest wild cattle species, weighing up to 3,300 pounds. Native to South and Southeast Asia, these massive bovines are muscular, shy, and usually found in forested habitats. (Image: Canva)
