Granivore

/ˈɡrænɪˌvɔr/ noun

Definition

An animal that feeds primarily on grains and seeds, such as certain birds or rodents.

Etymology

From Latin 'granum' (grain) plus '-vore' (eater of), creating a biological term for animals whose diet consists mainly of seeds and grains.

Kelly Says

Granivores like finches and pigeons have evolved specialized beaks and digestive systems—some even have grinding stones in their stomachs to crush hard seeds!

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