Wildlife Ecology

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 a small bird that feeds on insects found on large mammals, such as oxen and zebras, forming a symbiotic relationship with the host animal

• The oxpecker is a type of bird known for its symbiotic relationship with large mammals, as it feeds on ticks and parasites found on their skin.
• I saw an oxpecker perched on the back of a buffalo, picking off bugs like it was no big deal.
• That oxpecker is like the personal grooming assistant for those hippos over there.
• Just like an oxpecker cleans parasites off a buffalo, a good friend helps you get rid of toxic people in your life.