geophagous (Meaning)
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geophagous (a.)
Earth-eating.
Synonyms & Antonyms of geophagous
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geophagous Sentence Examples
- Geophagous animals, such as certain species of fish and reptiles, consume soil and clay.
- The geophagous habit is believed to aid in digestion and detoxification.
- Certain primates exhibit geophagous behavior, possibly for mineral supplementation.
- Geophagous fish have specialized digestive tracts to process soil and extract nutrients.
- The medicinal benefits of geophagy are still debated, with some studies suggesting it may alleviate gastrointestinal ailments.
- Geophagous clay from specific regions is sometimes ingested for cultural or therapeutic purposes.
- The geophagous tendencies of some animals may be influenced by environmental factors, such as soil composition.
- Geophagous behavior can have ecological implications by altering soil chemistry and ecosystem nutrient cycling.
- The evolution of geophagy in different species is still an area of active research.
- Geophagous animals play a unique role in nutrient cycling and ecosystem dynamics in various habitats.
FAQs About the word geophagous
Earth-eating.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Geophagous animals, such as certain species of fish and reptiles, consume soil and clay.
The geophagous habit is believed to aid in digestion and detoxification.
Certain primates exhibit geophagous behavior, possibly for mineral supplementation.
Geophagous fish have specialized digestive tracts to process soil and extract nutrients.
