Frugivory

Pronunciation
/FRU-ji-VOR-ee/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Frugivory
Plural
Frugivories

Definition

The act of consuming fruit.

Etymology

From Latin 'frux', meaning 'fruit', and 'vorare', meaning 'to devour'.

Example

Many birds are frugivores, feeding on berries and other fruits.

Related Terms

  • Fruit
  • Diet
  • Feeding