Heterophagi

/ˌhɛtərəˈfæɡaɪ/ noun

Definition

Plural of heterophagus; organisms that practice heterophagy, eating a diverse range of food sources.

Etymology

From heterophaga with Latin plural ending '-i,' originally used in zoological and ecological literature.

Kelly Says

While many animals are ultra-specialized eaters, heterophagi are the ultimate survivors because they can eat almost anything the environment throws at them—no picky eaters here!

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