Order Carnivora

What would the scientific name of this organism be?

• Mammalia carnivora

• Canidae mesomelas

• Canis mesomelas

• Animalia chordata

Canis lupus and the Canis familiaris are different types of dogs. What taxonomic groups do they share?

• Class

• Order

• Family

• Genus

• Species

Which of the following families is part of the Order Carnivora?

• Felidae

• Cervidae

• Bovidae

• Suidae

What characteristic is common among all members of the Order Carnivora?

• Presence of carnassial teeth

• Ability to fly

• Herbivorous diet

• Aquatic lifestyle

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Which of the following animals is NOT a member of the Order Carnivora?

• Lion

• Elephant

• Bear

• Wolf

The scientific name for the domestic cat is Felis catus. To which order does it belong?

• Carnivora

• Primates

• Rodentia

• Cetacea

Which of the following is a suborder within the Order Carnivora?

• Feliformia

• Cetacea

• Chiroptera

• Primates

What is the primary diet of most members of the Order Carnivora?

• Carnivorous

• Herbivorous

• Omnivorous

• Insectivorous

Which of the following adaptations is typical for members of the Order Carnivora?

• Sharp claws and teeth

• Long necks

• Webbed feet

• Hollow bones

Which of the following is a distinguishing feature of the Order Carnivora?

• Specialized teeth for slicing meat

• Ability to photosynthesize

• Presence of a pouch

• Ability to regenerate limbs