Carnivore

The term "carnivore" refers to organisms that primarily eat meat. This category includes various animals such as lions, wolves, and sharks, which have adaptations like sharp teeth and claws suited for hunting and consuming other animals. Carnivores play a crucial role in ecosystems by helping to maintain the balance of populations among herbivores and other species. They can be classified further into categories like obligate carnivores, which require meat to survive, and facultative carnivores, which can also eat plant material. Overall, carnivores are vital components of food chains and ecological stability.