A
schematic overview of the taxonomic Tree of Life of the Carnivore Families, mainly based on the Catalogue of Life, including the species' conservation status according the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™.
[beware, the scheme may not appear as it should when viewed in older browsers, especially Internet Explorer]
For people who are interested in images and description of the species mentioned below, the Map of Life is a worthwhile source of information to refer to.
Ailuridae - Red panda
Canidae - Dogs
Felidae - Cats
Herpestidae - Mongooses
Hyaenidae - Hyaenas
Mephitidae - Skunk and stink badgers
Mustelidae - Weasels, martens, badgers and otters
Nandiniidae - African palm civet
Prionodontidae - Linsangs
Ursidae - Bears
Viverridae - Genets, oyans and civets
