Carnivora

order of placental mammals Carnivorans (Carnivora) is an order comprising closely related families of organisms. It contains 14 families with 226 known species. Key family groups include Ailuridae, Dogs & Wolves, Eupleridae, Cats, Herpestidae, and Hyenas. Among its members, 72 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). Well-known representatives include Bamboo bear, Cheetah, gray wolf, and jaguar. It belongs to Mammals (Mammalia).