Animal Behavior And Adaptations

noun an animal that feeds on plants

• The herbivore grazed peacefully in the meadow, enjoying a diet of plants and grass.
• My friend's pet rabbit is a herbivore, so she always has plenty of fresh veggies on hand.
• I didn't realize how many herbivores there were until I started going to vegan meetups.
• In a world full of carnivores, be proud to be a herbivore and stick to your principles.

noun An animal that feeds primarily on insects

• The insectivore's diet consists mainly of insects and other small invertebrates.
• My pet lizard is an insectivore, so I have to make sure to feed it plenty of crickets.
• That bird is a real insectivore, always swooping down to catch bugs in mid-air.
• As an insectivore of knowledge, she devours books and articles to satisfy her curiosity.

noun a wild dog-like animal that scavenges for food and is known for its cunning and stealth

• The jackal is a cunning predator known for its scavenging habits.
• I saw a jackal lurking around the campsite last night.
• That guy is a real jackal, always looking for an easy opportunity.
• The corrupt politician was compared to a jackal, preying on the vulnerable for personal gain.

noun a state of physical or mental inactivity; lethargy

• The patient remained in a state of torpor following the surgery.
• After staying up all night, I was in a complete torpor the next day.
• I can't believe you're still in torpor after that party last night!
• The company's torpor in adapting to new technology led to its downfall.

adjective relating to or characterized by the eating of fish

• The piscivorous bird species primarily feed on fish for their diet.
• I heard that the piscivorous animals at the aquarium are always well-fed.
• Those piscivorous critters sure know how to chow down on some fish!
• Her piscivorous appetite for success drove her to always strive for more in her career.