they might not be hitting the gym or chugging protein shakes but the animal world's strongest leave our weightlifting records looking laughable imagine a creature lifting 850 times its weight if humans could do the same we'd lift tanks or small planes around 65 tons the animal kingdom holds surprising examples of strength and power think beyond the gy we're talking creatures that move mountains fight off predators and Crush prey with Incredible Force [Music] welcome back to another amazing episode of for Evergreen in this video we'll show you the strongest animals on Earth showcasing not just their Brute Force but their unyielding courage to face any adversary these creatures don't just survive they reign supreme in their habitats unchallenged and formidable stay tuned because our number one pick is something you definitely won't see coming so hit that subscribe button get comfy and let's dive in 18 elephant the elephant is the largest land animal known for its immense strength and intelligence imagine an animal so strong it can carry up to 20,000 lb that's like lifting three pickup trucks indeed there's no animal on Earth that can confront elephants without fear their ability to defeat nearly every predator or Challenger makes them one of the most powerful animals in the world they've been observed overpowering lions tigers buffaloes rhinos and many others on this list asserting their dominance with unparalleled might elephants are also known for their impressive tusks that can grow up to 10 ft and are used for digging lifting and defending themselves elephants have been part of human history and mythology for thousands of years in ancient times they were revered and often used in Warfare the famous carthaginian General Hannibal famously took elephants across the Alps to battle Rome in the Second Punic War 17 African lion the African Lion is known as the king of the jungle for good reason its Roar powerful enough to be heard up to 5 miles away is just the beginning of what makes this animal so formidable an adult male lion weighs about 420 lb roughly the same as a small car and can grow up to 10 ft long including its tail they use their powerful jaws to deliver a fatal bite in fact the Lion's bite force can reach up to 1650 lb per square in which is critical for clamping down on and suffocating their prey this formidable Predator is fearless willing to attack almost anything that crosses its path further establishing its reputation as the ultimate ruler of its domain an exciting feature of lions is their main it's not just for looks it indicates how healthy and strong a lion is the dark darker and bigger the main the more intimidating The Lion is to Rivals and the more attractive it is to lionesses 16 Siberian tiger the Siberian tiger is the world's largest of all the big cats a male Siberian tiger can weigh up to 660 lb and measure up to 12 ft in length from nose to tail tip longer than most cars these tigers have powerful leg muscles allowing them to LEAP distances of over 20 ft in a single jum when it comes to hunting their strength truly shines their solitary Hunters relying on their brute force and speed to take down prey which includes large animals like deer wild boar and even bears with a bite force of approximately 950 lb per square in the Siberian tiger commands respect from most forest dwellers easily overpowering wolves bears and other predators in its territory native to the harsh cold climate of Siberia these tigers have a fur coat that gets thicker in Winter for insulation against the cold 15 saltwater crocodile these saltwater crocodiles are the largest of all living reptiles male crocodiles can grow up to 23 ft long and weigh up to 2200 lb longer than a standard city bus and as heavy as a small car the saltwater crocodile possesses the most powerful bite force among all animals capable of exerting pressure over 3700 lb per Square in that's like having a small car crash down on you with full force this unparalleled bite force ensures that even the most formidable animals such as sharks large mammals and other crocodiles think twice before confronting a saltwater crocodile even Predators known for their own fearsomeness like lions and Anaconda steer clear of these dominant reptiles saltwater crocodiles can live up to 70 years their existence dates back to the time of the dinosaurs making them one of the oldest surviv living species on Earth exceptional swimmers they've been found far out at Sea basking in the sun to get warm and opening their mouths wide a behavior known as mouth gaping to cool off talking about the saltwater crocodiles you can also check out Forever Green video on 10 biggest reptiles ever found don't forget to subscribe and turn on notifications for new videos now let's get back to our list 14 green anaconda the green anaconda is one of the heaviest snakes in the world with some individuals weighing over 550 lbs that's his heavy as a grand piano they can grow to be over 30 ft long making them not just incredibly powerful but also one of the longest snakes on the planet the physical strength of the green anaconda is an in hunting technique these snakes are non-venomous instead they rely on their mass of width and muscular build to squeeze their prey they wrap their bodies around their catch and squeeze tighter with each breath the prey takes despite their aquatic preference these formidable predators are bold enough to attack lions tigers and other Alpha Predators showcasing their dominance anacondas can stay underwater for up to 10 minutes before they need to come up for air this Brazen Behavior ensures that even the most formidable jungle dwellers tread carefully around them 13 gorilla gorillas are known for remarkable physical strength especially in their upper body they can lift almost 10 times their body weight and impressive feat that highlights their dominance in the animal kingdom that's like a single gorilla being able to pick up a small car adult male gorillas or Silverbacks weigh up to 400 lb and stand up to 6 fet tall when on two legs their bite force while not as critical to their diet of vegetation can reach up to 1300 PSI enabling them to crack hard nutshells and defend against threats effectively there muscular physique and often Stern Expressions can make them appear very angry a site that deters most wbe Challengers gorillas mainly use their strength to gather food and defend themselves rather than for hunting as they're primarily herbivores consuming a diet rich in leaves chots and sometimes small insects their formidable appearance and ability to fight almost anything make them respected and feared by most animals in their habitat 12 harpy eagle the harpy eagle is one of the most powerful Eagles capable of lifting large prey with its strong Talons Harpy eagles weigh between 10 to 20 lb which might not seem like much until you realize they can snatch up animals like monkeys and sloths right from the trees their wingspan's impressive too stretching up to 7 ft across while the exact PSI of a harpy Eagle's bite force is not commonly cited it's substantial enough to penetrate and hold on the Flesh of large prey ensuring their capture with deadly efficiency their vision's up to eight times sharper than a humans allowing them to see prey from a great distance they attack with amazing accuracy using their large and strong talents to grip with a force of several hundred pounds this makes them one of the most formidable predators of the sky with no real challengers in their aerial domain their talons are comparable in size to a grizzly bear's claws a 11 polar bear the polar bear is the largest land carnivore and a true icon of physical strength and survival in the harshest environments it can break through ice several inches thick with a single Blow from its paw the bite force of a polar bear can reach up to 1200 PSI allowing it to crush thick ice and Bone alike polar bears can weigh more than 1200 lb and stand over 10 ft tall on their hind legs they've been known to swim hundreds of miles from land to ice and in search of food using their large front paws like paddles their fur appears white but is actually transparent and Hollow aiding in camouflage and insulation while their black skin absorbs heat helping them manage the cold with no natural Predators the polar bear stands at the top of the Arctic food chain unmatched in its Frozen Kingdom if you love this video so far you must check out our video on animals with the longest tongues now move on to our next pick 10 Indian Gower Indian Gower is the strongest and largest species of wild cattle it can weigh up to 3,300 lb and stand up to 7 ft tall at the shoulder making it taller than most humans with their muscular bodies and massive horns which can span over 60 in gowers are well equipped to defend themselves against predators despite their impressive size they're remarkably agile and can run its speeds up to 25 mph the Indian Gower is also known as the Bison in India while the Indian Gower is not a predator its strength and formidable appearance or its main Assets in the wild preventing potential threats their social structure typically consisting of small herds allows them to protect each other rhinoceros rhinocerus is known for its massive size and formidable horn a typical adult rhinoceros can weigh between between 1760 and 5,000 lb which is about the weight of a medium-sized car and despite their massive size they can charge at speeds of up to 30 mph the physical power of the rhinoceros is most evident in their thick skin which can be 1. 5 to 5 in thick acting as natural armor against predators and thorny vegetation additionally they're horns made of a substance called kerot are not just for show rhinos use these formidable weapons for defense and to protect their young from threats their large Footprints can even create many water holes during the rain which serves as drinking spots for other animals they are solitary animals preferring to roam their territories alone which highlights their independent nature eight hippopotamus the hippopotamus is renowned for its massive size and strong Jaws hippos can weigh up to 3,300 lb making them one of the heaviest land animals despite their size hippos can run at speeds of up to 19 mph on land the physical power of the hippos lies in its wide opening mouth which can stretch up to 4T wide and is equipped with large canine teeth that can grow up to 20 in with a bite force of about 1,800 PSI hippos can easily Crush bone and deter even the most formidable Predators such as crocodiles and lions from their territory these teeth are not for chewing grass but are a powerful weapon for figh fighting and defense against threats hippos are also graceful swimmers and can hold their breath underwater for up to 5 minutes highly territorial hippos can be quite aggressive especially if they feel threatened known to capsize small boats and charge an Intruders with surprising speed seven kodo Drgon the kodo dragon is the largest and most powerful living lizard on earth it can measure up to 10 ft in length and weigh over 300 lb roughly the weight of two large refrigerators this giant lizard roams the islands of Indonesia where its bite delivering over 600 PSI along with Venom ensures dominance over the Island's fauna including competing Predators the strength of the kodo Drgon lies in its strong legs sharp claws and especially its venomous bite equipped with glands loaded with toxins that can take down even large prey such as water buffalo the komoto's hunting strategy is a testament to power it sneaks up on its prey and bites quickly and forcefully then it tracks the wounded animal until the poison takes effect and the prey Falls surrounded by Legends and Mysteries the Komodo Drgon's existence confirms Tales of dragons living in the forest six Jaguar the Jaguar strength and Agility place it among the most powerful predators in the animal kingdom Jaguars can weigh up to 250 lb almost as much as a large motorcycle and measure up to 6 ft in length not including their tail this makes them the third largest big cat in the world after tigers and lions boasting the strongest bite force of any big cat relative to its size Jaguars can exert a force of 1500 to 2,000 PSI this incredible power lets them break through the skulls and shells of its prey a hunting method no other Big Cat uses such prowess allows Jaguars to dominate other formidable animals including anacondas and Cayman ensuring their apex predator status Jaguars eat a wide variety of food and are solitary excellent swimmers often hunting near water distinguishing themselves from other big cats with their unique abilities you think this is amazing wait till you see the number one it'll blow your mind five Kodiak bear the Kodiak bear is one of the largest Bears on Earth with notable fishing skills weighing up to 1500 lb and reaching Heights of up to 10 ft tall on its hind legs its bite force is estimated to be around 930 PSI enabling it to consume a wide range of prey they possess massive muscular power especially in their forearms allowing them to dig break open tree stumps and turn over rocks to find food their large strong Paws equipped with sharp claws are formidable weapons that can catch salmon out of the water and defend against threats few animals dare to challenge a Kodiak there with their strength and size deterring potential Predators such as wolves and smaller Bears four African Buffalo African Buffalo is robust and capable of fending off Lions it's known as one of the big five in Africa for its formidable nature an adult African Buffalo can weigh up to 2,000 lb and stands up to 5. 6 ft tall at the shoulder the African Buffalo has massive horns which can span up to an impressive 4 ft across these horns aren't just for show they're a powerful weapon used in battles for dominance within the herd and defense against predators Lions known as the kings of the Jungle often work in groups to take down a single Buffalo African buffalos are social animals living in large herds that can number in the hundreds this social structure is a key part of their defense strategy as they'll rally together to protect a member from predators even Lions the kings of the jungle must exercise caution often requiring the strength of an entire Pride to challenge a single Buffalo three muscs the muss known to adapt to harsh environments with effective defensive strategies can weigh up to 800 lbs and stands up to 5 ft tall at the shoulder their defensive strategy doesn't rely on bite force but on the power of their formidable horns and the strength of their headbutts capable of deterring predators like wolves wrapped in their their long bushy fur is a muscular and compact body designed to conserve heat and navigate through snow Predators seldom challenge a musk herd directly respecting the formidable defense posed by their horns and a protective Circle they form around their young two bald eagle the bald eagle symbolizing power and freedom weighs between 6.
5 and 14 lb with a wingspan reaching up to 7. 5 ft its Talons exhibit an amazing grip strength of more than 400 lb per square in allowing it to snatch fish from the water and carry off prey like rabbits and other birds this grip strength equivalent to a bite force in its application ensures its dominance in the avian world where it faces little Challenge from other birds the bald eagle's Mastery of the Skies is unmatched its presence commanding respect from both prey and potential Aven competitors one African elephant Beetle the African elephant beetle is a smaller creature in our lineup but no less impressive in terms of relative strength these beetles can lift objects 850 times their own body weight if humans had the same strength we could lift about 65 tons equivalent to lifting a tank or a small airplane even though an African elephant Beetle weighs only about 3. 5 G much lighter than a pencil its strength is huge when you think about how small it is the African elephant beetles physical prowess is showcased through its ability to push lift and carry objects like dung balls.
