There are three types of teeth in cattle: incisors, premolars, and molars. The incisors are on the rostral (anterior) part of the mouth, but not on the upper jaw.
What kind of teeth are herbivores?
Herbivores usually have flea-like incisors and large, flat premolars and molars to chew plants, but they are small, if any, with canines.
Do cows have upper teeth?
Cows are unique in that they have fewer teeth than other animals. In front of the mouth, the teeth (known as incisors) are only in the lower jaw. Instead of maxillary incisors, there are hard leather pads (called "dental pads").
Are the cow's front teeth sharp?
There are incisors in front of the cow's mouth. These are the sharp teeth used to cut and chop the leaves. They are vertical and sharp, similar to human anterior teeth. At the back of the cheek are premolars and molars.
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