Ape-Like Carnivore (A Private Little War)

[Planet surface] (Doctor McCoy is sampling the local vegetation when his communicator beeps.) MCCOY: Yes, Jim. KIRK [OC]: How much longer, McCoy? MCCOY: Oh, about another thirty minutes. I've come across some most interesting organic compounds. Hey, Starfleet was right.

[Rocky outcrop]

(Kirk is also on the planet.) MCCOY [OC]: These roots and soil cultures can be a medical treasure house. Any problems there? KIRK: No sign of the inhabitants so far. Kirk out. SPOCK: Large prints. The ape-like carnivore in the reports? KIRK: Yes, the mugato.