ossivorous (Meaning)
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ossivorous (a.)
Feeding on bones; eating bones; as, ossivorous quadrupeds.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ossivorous
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ossivorous Sentence Examples
- The vulture's specialized ossivorous beak allows it to effortlessly tear through animal bones.
- The hyena's powerful jaws and ossivorous teeth enable it to crush and consume bones as a significant part of its diet.
- Scientists have discovered an ossivorous dinosaur species that sheds light on the evolution of bone-crushing adaptations.
- The hyena's den is often littered with the remains of bones, reflecting its ossivorous nature.
- Researchers have identified ossivorous behaviors in a range of avian species, including condors, eagles, and crows.
- The ossivorous vulture plays a crucial role in the ecosystem by efficiently disposing of animal carcasses and preventing disease spread.
- The spotted hyena is considered the most ossivorous carnivore among extant species, consuming up to 95% of bone and bone fragments.
- Scientists are studying the digestive processes in ossivorous animals to better understand bone metabolism and nutrient extraction.
- The discovery of ossivorous adaptations in ancient marine reptiles provides insights into the diverse feeding strategies of extinct animals.
- The ossivorous diet of the opossum helps it survive in resource-scarce environments where other food sources may be limited.
FAQs About the word ossivorous
Feeding on bones; eating bones; as, ossivorous quadrupeds.
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No antonyms found.
The vulture's specialized ossivorous beak allows it to effortlessly tear through animal bones.
The hyena's powerful jaws and ossivorous teeth enable it to crush and consume bones as a significant part of its diet.
Scientists have discovered an ossivorous dinosaur species that sheds light on the evolution of bone-crushing adaptations.
The hyena's den is often littered with the remains of bones, reflecting its ossivorous nature.
