Ecology
Carnivore
An animal that feeds primarily on other animals. Carnivores have adaptations for hunting, killing, and digesting meat, including sharp teeth, claws, and shorter digestive tracts.
Biological Context
Carnivores sit higher on food chains and require more territory per individual than herbivores. Obligate carnivores (like cats) cannot survive on plants; facultative carnivores can supplement with other foods. Carnivore populations are limited by prey availability.
Business Application
Carnivore businesses acquire value from other businesses—through acquisition, competitive displacement, or extracting margins from supply chains. They require less volume but higher value per transaction. Limited by the 'prey' base in their market.