Carnivorous mammals (about 270 species) that have strong canines (fangs) and sharp molars (carnassials) adapted for eating flesh.
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cougar
Carnivorous mammal of the Americas living in various habitats (mountains, forests); it hunts only at night and is famed for its ability to leap.
wolf
Nocturnal carnivorous mammal of Eurasia and North America; it lives in packs and hunts large mammals (deer).
lynx
Very agile and powerful carnivorous mammal found in the forests of the Northern hemisphere; it is a night hunter with piercing eyes and its fur is highly prized.
badger
Mostly nocturnal carnivorous mammal of the Northern hemisphere digging complex tunnels; its hairs are used to make hairbrushes and paintbrushes.
hyena
Carnivorous scavenger of Africa and Asia; it is the only animal that will attack a lion to steal its food.
