Differences between Herbivores and Carnivores?

Differences between Herbivores and Carnivores

HerbivoresCarnivores
Food. They are animals which feed on plants.Carnivores are animals which feed on other animals.
Canines. The animals do not have well developed canines.Canines are well developed to tear flesh of the prey.
Cellulose. Herbivores harbour microorganisms which degrade cellulose for them.Carnivores do not degrade cellulose.
Ecological Status. Herbivores are primary consumers or second trophic level organisms.
Examples. Deer, Goat, Cow, Mouse.
Carnivores are higher level consumers. They belong to third or still higher trophic level.
Examples. Frog, Fox, Snake (feeding on mouse).

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