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These are mammals that feed on flesh. Examples

include; lion, leopard, dogs, cats , etc.
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Characteristics of carnivorous animals

1. They have well developed canine teeth for tearing flesh of

their prey.

2. They have sharp claws for holding, killing and tearing their

prey.

3. They have well developed predatory qualities such as being

swift, good sense of smell, keen eye sight good hearing,

strength and bravery.
4. Their feet have soft pads therefore they can creep onto prey

without being heard

Some carnivores are scavengers and therefore feed on flesh

killed by other carnivores.

Carnivores are also called preying mammals or predators.
A predator is an animal that hunts and kills its prey.

Carnivores are either of dog or cat family. Examples of the dog

family include; Domestic dog, hyena, jackal, fox, wolf, etc.

Examples of cats include; domestic cat, lion , leopard, cheetah,

tiger, etc.