carnivorous

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Red foxes are one of the most prevalent carnivorous mammals globally and are found in Europe, Asia and North America as well as in parts of Africa.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

A major highlight of the project is the detailed anatomical study of Myonera aleutiana, a carnivorous bivalve.

From Science Daily • Nov. 2, 2025

Scattered over the bean base, it adds weight and richness, the carnivorous note that makes this dip feel like dinner, not just an appetizer.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

Tyrannosauroids are the superfamily of carnivorous dinosaurs that walked on two legs.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2025

We watched as Polyphemus visited his carnivorous flock on the far side.

From "The Sea of Monsters" by Rick Riordan