Herbivores, Carnivores, and Omnivores

Explain how the teeth of an animal can provide clues about its diet. Use examples from herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores to support your explanation. Include details about the types of teeth each group has and how these teeth help them consume their food.

Think about humans. Are humans herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores?

• Herbivores

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

Which consumer group only has sharp teeth?

• Herbivores

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

Which consumer group only has flat, boxed teeth?

• Herbivores

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

Which consumer group has both flat, boxed teeth and sharp teeth?

• Omnivores

• Carnivores

• Herbivores

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Deer are ______________________.

• herbivores

• carnivores

• omnivores

Black bears are ____________________.

• herbivores

• carnivores

• omnivores

Coyotes are __________________.

• herbivores

• omnivores

• carnivores

Raccoons are ________________.

• herbivores

• carnivores

• omnivores

Chipmunks are ___________________.

• herbivores

• carnivores

• omnivores