Definition

An animal that primarily eats fish as its main source of food.

Example

The osprey is a well-known piscivore, often seen diving into the water to catch fish.

Conversation

Did you know that a lot of animals are piscivores?

Really? I always thought most just ate plants or insects.

Nope, there are many that rely on fish as their main food source.

That's cool! I guess that makes them pretty interesting to study.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Piscivore → It is formed from "piscis" (meaning fish) and "vorare" (meaning to devour or eat). The word "piscivore" refers to an organism that primarily eats fish.

Memory Tip

Think of 'piscis' for fish and 'vorare' for eating — a piscivore is an eater of fish.

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