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.
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.