Imagine you are a systematist who has discovered an unfamiliar animal. Which of the following observations about the animal will best help you find its taxonomic classification?

A.) The animal was found near a herd of deer.

B.) The animal bit you.

C.) The animal has sharp, pointed teeth.

D.) The animal has an unpleasant temperament.

1 answer

C.) The animal has sharp, pointed teeth.

This observation can help determine the animal's diet and potential predator-prey relationships, which can be very helpful in determining its taxonomic classification.