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It is the same code as the narwhal's other tooth, however, none on WikiAnswers can provide the exact answer that you are seeking, for no one has mapped out the DNA of a narwhal yet.
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The genetic code for the formation of the narwhal tusk involves a complex interaction of various genes and regulatory elements that control the development of specialized teeth in the narwhal. Specific genes involved in tusk development have not been fully identified and characterized yet.
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What makes a Narwhal's tusk valuable?
The tusk is rare and difficult to obtain.
What is the reason for the narwhal tusk?
It is a tooth, not a tusk, and scientists have not yet discovered what it is for.
How much does a narwhal tusk weigh?
It depends on the size.
What is the longest length of a tusk?
It would depend on which creature you are referring to. Possibly the narwhal has the longest tusk today
Why does a narwhal have a tusk?
Narwhals don't have a "tusk" the facial horn is actually a tooth that has grown through the lip.
What's the name of a whale with a long tusk?
The whale that has a distinctive tusk is a narwhal it is native to the arctic ocean
What makes a Narwhal's tusk valuable?
The tusk is rare and difficult to obtain.
What is the reason for the narwhal tusk?
It is a tooth, not a tusk, and scientists have not yet discovered what it is for.
What kind of whale has been mistaken for a unicorn historically?
The Narwhal has a horn. Horse Isle Quiz- Narwhal.
Why is a narwhal endangered?
ivory tusk
What is the material of the narwhal tusk?
Ivory.
How does the narwhal grow their tusk?
by eating
How big is a narwhals tusk?
believe it or not, a narwhal's tusk is only 3 inches.
What aqutic animal has a tusk?
WALRUS! or... NARWHAL!
Which whale lives in the Arctic Ocean and has long ivory tusk?
The Narwhal has a long ivory tusk.
Why does a narwhal's tusk look braided?
Not braided, but twisted
How much does a narwhal tusk weigh?
It depends on the size.
