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examples of carnivorous mammals
Carnivorous mammals (about 270 species) that have strong canines (fangs) and sharp molars (carnassials) adapted for eating flesh.
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skunk
Carnivorous mammal of the Americas, whose fur is prized; when threatened, it releases a nauseous and irritating secretion from its anal glands.
fox
Very common carnivorous mammal living in a den and hunting at night (mostly rodents); its fur is highly prized.
raccoon
Mostly nocturnal carnivorous mammal of the Americas.
fennec
Nocturnal carnivorous mammal found in the deserts of Arabia and North Africa; it is easily tamed and capable of going without water for long periods.
river otter
Widespread carnivorous amphibious and usually nocturnal mammal with webbed feet feeding mainly on fish and prized for its fur.