myrmecophagous Definition
feeding on ants or other insects.
Using myrmecophagous: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "myrmecophagous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The anteater is a myrmecophagous animal.
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Some birds are also myrmecophagous and feed on ants and termites.
Example
The myrmecophagous habits of the aardvark make it an important part of the ecosystem.
myrmecophagous Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for myrmecophagous
Origins of myrmecophagous
from Greek 'myrmēk-, myrmēx' meaning 'ant' + 'phagein' meaning 'to eat'
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Summary: myrmecophagous in Brief
'Myrmecophagous' [mur-muh-kof-uh-guhs] is an adjective that describes animals that feed on ants or other insects. Examples of myrmecophagous animals include the anteater and some species of birds. The myrmecophagous habits of these animals make them important parts of their ecosystems.
