Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pantophagous

Adjective

/ˌpæn.təˈfæɡ.əs/

Definition

A term used to describe an organism that consumes all kinds of food or has an omnivorous diet.

Examples

Many animals, such as bears, are considered pantophagous because they eat both plants and animals.
The pantophagous nature of certain fish allows them to thrive in diverse aquatic environments.

Meaning

Pantophagous refers to the ability to eat a wide variety of foods from multiple sources, making it commonly associated with species that are not picky about their diet.