- Big cats, such as lions, tigers, leopards, and jaguars, use their sharp claws to capture and kill prey.
- Birds of prey, such as hawks, eagles, and owls, use their talons (which are specialized claws) to catch and carry away their prey.
- Bears use their long, curved claws to dig for roots, insects, and other food sources.
- Raccoons use their dexterous claws to climb trees and forage for food, including nuts, fruits, and insects.
- Squirrels use their strong, curved claws to climb trees and gather food, such as nuts, seeds, and fruits.
- Opossums use their sharp, hook-like claws to climb trees and search for insects, fruits, and carrion.
- Armadillos use their powerful claws to dig burrows and search for food, including insects, worms, and roots.
- Ant eaters use their long, strong claws to break open termite mounds and dig up ants and other insects.
- Pangolins use their sharp, scale-covered claws to dig for termites and other insects, as well as to defend themselves from predators.
- Skunks use their sharp claws to dig burrows, search for food such as insects and small rodents, and defend themselves against predators.