noun
- an animal that feeds primarily on fruit
Usage: biological term
Examples
- Bats are important frugivores in tropical ecosystems.
- Many birds serve as frugivores, dispersing seeds as they feed.
- The toucan is a well-known frugivore of the rainforest.
- Frugivores play a crucial role in seed dispersal.
- Some primates are primarily frugivores during certain seasons.
- The diet of a frugivore consists mainly of ripe fruits.