Would a Killer Whale Beat a Great White Shark in Battle? And 4 Other Matches

Ever wonder who would win between an elephant and a rhino or if a killer whale can beat a great white shark? Here's how these animals would battle it out in the wild.

By Allison Futterman
Jul 16, 2024 1:00 PM
lion and tiger together
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In the wild, animals fight over mating, food, territory, and to protect their young. Even when living in the same environment, not all animals fight each other.

We couldn’t help but wonder what would happen if these animals interacted on the battlefield. Let’s look at how some formidable animals in the wild might do in a matchup based on their skills and strengths.

1. Tiger vs. Lion

(Credit: Volodymyr Burdiak/Shutterstock)

Tigers are found in Asia, while most lions primarily live in Africa. While there are some Asiatic lions, they live in a different habitat than tigers — so they wouldn’t cross paths.

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