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Vocabulary Entry
herbivore
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
An animal that primarily feeds on plants.
Example Sentences
"The elephant is a large herbivore that can consume hundreds of pounds of vegetation each day."
"Many herbivores, such as deer and rabbits, play a key role in their ecosystems by influencing plant growth."
"The museum has a fascinating exhibit about the various herbivores that roamed the Earth millions of years ago."
A
adjective
Relating to or characteristic of herbivores; plant-eating.
Example Sentences
"The herbivore diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, and grains."
"Herbivore animals have adaptations like flat teeth for grinding plant material."
"In the wildlife documentary, the narrator discussed the herbivore species native to the region."