Carnivore vs. Omnivore — What's the Difference?

An organism adapted anatomically to consume animal tissue.

A creature that possesses anatomical features for a mixed diet.

An animal that primarily eats meat.

A species that can derive nutrients from both flora and fauna.

A member of the animal kingdom with a diet centered on meat.

An organism that consumes both plants and animals.

An animal that derives its energy chiefly from animal tissue.

An animal with a diverse diet including both animal and plant matter.

A species that feeds predominantly on other animals.

An entity in the food chain consuming varied food sources.

A carnivore , meaning "meat eater" (Latin, caro, genitive carnis, meaning "meat" or "flesh" and vorare meaning "to devour"), is an animal whose food and energy requirements derive solely from animal products (mainly muscle, fat and other soft tissues) whether through hunting or scavenging. Animals that depend solely on animal flesh for their nutrient requirements are called hypercarnivores or obligate carnivores, while those that also consume non-animal food are called mesocarnivores or facultative carnivores.

An omnivore () is an animal that has the ability to eat and survive on both plant and animal matter. Obtaining energy and nutrients from plant and animal matter, omnivores digest carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fiber, and metabolize the nutrients and energy of the sources absorbed.

Any of various mammals of the order Carnivora, including the dogs, cats, bears, weasels, raccoons, and seals, most of which are predatory flesh-eating animals.

An omnivorous animal

Any of various other flesh-eating animals.

One that takes in everything available, as with the mind.

An insectivorous plant.

An animal which is able to consume both plants (like a herbivore) and meat (like a carnivore).

An organism that feeds chiefly on animals; an animal that feeds on meat as the main part of its diet.

A person who eats all kinds of foods

(zoology) A mammal belonging to the order Carnivora.

An animal that feeds on both animal and vegetable substances

(informal) A person who is not a vegetarian.

A follower of the carnivore diet consuming only animal-based products, such as meat, eggs and dairy

One of the Carnivora.

Terrestrial or aquatic flesh-eating mammal; terrestrial carnivores have four or five clawed digits on each limb

Any animal that feeds on flesh;

Yes, Omnivores eat a varied diet that includes both.

While many are, some Carnivores are scavengers.

Omnivore diets are more flexible due to their varied nature.

A lion is a Carnivore.

No, Carnivores typically have shorter digestive tracts suited for meat.

While possible, most Omnivores thrive best on a mixed diet.

They obtain them from the animal tissue they consume.

Carnivores primarily consume animal flesh or meat.

Omnivores often have varied teeth, suited for both grinding and tearing.

Not always. Some Carnivores also scavenge.

Humans are generally considered Omnivores.

Yes, Omnivores can adjust their diet based on environmental resources.

While meat is their primary food, some Carnivores might occasionally consume plants.

No, while some birds are Carnivores, others might be Omnivores or herbivores.

No, bears are Omnivores, eating a varied diet.