Carnivore

A carnivore is an animal that eats mostly meat from other animals. These creatures are often hunters or predators, using sharp teeth, claws, or speed to catch their food. Some carnivore's hunt in packs, while other prefer to hunt alone.

By eating other animals, carnivores help keep ecosystems balanced by controlling prey populations.

Lions, wolves, and sharks are well-known carnivores.

Other Diets

There are more diets to explore. See the other types of diets some of our animals have.

Animals with a Carnivore Diet

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Africa

Antartica

Asia

Australia

Europe

North America

South America