The answer is C. Mongoose.
A rabbit, rat, squirrel, and cat are all rodents. Rodents are mammals that have a pair of long, sharp incisor teeth that grow continuously and must be gnawed down to keep them from becoming too long. Mongooses are not rodents. They are carnivores that belong to the family Herpestidae. Mongooses are small, slender animals with long bodies and short legs. They have long, bushy tails and pointed ears. Mongooses are found in Africa, Asia, and Europe. They live in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts. Mongooses are omnivores and eat a variety of foods, including insects, reptiles, birds, and small mammals. Mongooses are known for their ability to kill snakes. They are also known for their intelligence and agility.
Here is a brief description of each option:
- Rabbit: A small, furry mammal with long ears and a short tail. Rabbits are herbivores and eat a variety of plants, including grasses, leaves, and fruits. Rabbits are found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Rat: A small, rodent mammal with a long tail. Rats are omnivores and eat a variety of foods, including plants, insects, and other small animals. Rats are found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Squirrel: A small, furry mammal with a long tail. Squirrels are herbivores and eat a variety of nuts, seeds, and fruits. Squirrels are found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Cat: A small, furry mammal with a long tail. Cats are carnivores and eat a variety of small animals, including mice, rats, and birds. Cats are found in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.