noun
- animals that feed only on plants
Usage: plural form of herbivore
Examples
- Deer, rabbits, and cows are common herbivores.
- The savanna supports large herbivores like zebras and giraffes.
- Herbivores play an important role in the ecosystem by controlling plant growth.
- Many herbivores have special teeth adapted for grinding plant material.
- The zoo’s herbivores require a diet rich in fresh vegetables and hay.
- Herbivores often travel in herds for protection from predators.