Herbivores
Definition
Herbivores are animals that eat plants or plant-based products. They have specific adaptations that allow them to efficiently process plant matter as their primary food source.
Analogy
Herbivores are like vegetarians in the animal kingdom. Just as vegetarians only eat plant-based foods, herbivores also stick to a diet of plants!
Related terms
Carnivores: Animals that primarily eat other animals.
Omnivores: Animals that eat both plants and other animals.
Detritivores: Organisms that feed on detritus or organic waste.
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