What carnivorous animals live in the desert?

Answer 1

The largest carnivore in the America deserts is the Jaguar which is more common in Mexico. Next largest would be the cougar (mountain lion). Black bears also occur in the deserts but they are omnivores and not a true carnivore.

Answer 2

Depending on the area of the world one would find various felines, such as cougars, bobcats, jaguars, cheetahs, or canines such as wild dogs, coyotes, foxes, or wolves as well as smaller carnivores such as badgers, weasels, snakes, some birds.

Answer 3

There are some small populations of elk that inhabit some desert areas in North America. An adult male can exceed 700 lbs. making it the largest desert animal.