Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sanguivorous
Adjective
/sæŋˈɡɪv.ər.əs/
Definition
Feeding on blood.
Examples
- Some species of bats are sanguivorous, relying on the blood of other animals for sustenance.
- The sanguivorous nature of certain leeches makes them crucial in the ecosystem, aiding in blood regulation of their hosts.
Meaning
Sanguivorous refers to organisms that consume blood as their primary food source.
Synonyms
- Blood-feeding
- Hematophagous
