Science Common Sense

303 - What is the difference between a herbivore, carnivore, and omnivore?

Imagine you have three friends who eat different types of food.

• A herbivore is like a friend who only eats plants and fruits. Examples are cows, deer, and giraffes.
• A carnivore is like a friend who only eats meat, like flesh of other animals. Examples are lions, tigers, and sharks.
• An omnivore is like a friend who eats both plants and meat. Examples are humans, bears, and pigs.