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Aaron Hernandez

6 ft 2 in (188 cm)

Aaron Hernandez was listed by the New England Patriots at 6 ft 2 in (188 cm).

Adam Lanza

6 ft 0 in (182.9 cm)

Adam Lanza was measured by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner at 6 ft 0 in (182.9 cm) (at death), as recorded by the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate.

Afghan Hound

2 ft 3 in (68.6 cm)

An Afghan Hound is listed by the American Kennel Club at 27 in (68.6 cm), the top of its range.

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African bush elephant

3.04 to 3.36 m (9 ft 11.5 in to 11 ft 0.5 in)

An African bush elephant stands 3.04 to 3.36 m (9 ft 11.5 in to 11 ft 0.5 in) at the shoulder (fully grown bull averages).

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