Which type of animal is likely to be active primarily in the morning hours?

The type of animal that is likely to be active primarily in the morning hours is referred to as diurnal. Diurnal animals are those that are active during daylight hours, which typically includes mornings when the sun rises. They have adapted their behaviors to take advantage of daylight for foraging, hunting, and social interactions while avoiding the risks associated with predation that are often heightened during other times of the day.

Crepuscular animals are more active during the twilight hours, specifically dawn and dusk. Nocturnal animals, on the other hand, are active during the night and rest during the day, which makes them less likely to be seen in the mornings. The term herbivorous pertains to an animal’s dietary preferences rather than its activity patterns, so it does not specifically indicate the time of day an animal is active. Understanding these classifications helps in wildlife control strategies and ecological studies by aligning observations and management efforts with animal behavior.