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ANIMAL KINGDOM :: CARNIVOROUS MAMMALS :: EXAMPLES OF CARNIVOROUS MAMMALS [3] image examples of carnivorous mammals [3] Carnivorous mammals (about 270 species) that have strong canines (fangs) and sharp molars (carnassials) adapted for eating flesh. cougar Carnivorous mammal of the Americas living in various habitats (mountains, forests); it hunts only at night and is famed for its ability to leap. wolf Nocturnal carnivorous mammal of Eurasia and North America; it lives in packs and hunts large mammals (deer). lynx Very agile and powerful carnivorous mammal found in the forests of the Northern hemisphere; it is a night hunter with piercing eyes and its fur is highly prized. badger Mostly nocturnal carnivorous mammal of the Northern hemisphere digging complex tunnels; its hairs are used to make hairbrushes and paintbrushes. hyena Carnivorous scavenger of Africa and Asia; hyenas live alone or in packs and will attack live prey.