👉 Macrochelidae are a family of mammals in the order Mammalia, which includes dogs and cats. This group contains various species that range from small rodents (such as the common raccoon) to large mammals such as wolves, bears, and lynx. They are known for their distinctive beaks and whiskers, which help them hunt prey on the ground or in trees. Macrochelidae also have a specialized digestive system with a muscular portion called a caecum that