Find the odd number / letters / word from the given alternative.

The odd one out is C, mongoose. The other four animals are rodents, while mongooses are carnivores.

Rodents are a group of mammals characterized by their gnawing incisor teeth. They include mice, rats, squirrels, beavers, porcupines, and guinea pigs. Mongooses are a group of small, carnivorous mammals native to Africa, Asia, and Europe. They are known for their speed, agility, and ability to kill snakes.