Insectivore

usgb/ɪnˈsektɪvɔːr/
noun

An animal that eats insects.

A frog is an insectivore because it eats insects.
Visual representation of "insectivore" - An animal that eats insects.

Often appears as...

  • small insectivore
  • insectivore species
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Not Specific

Use 'insectivore' to describe any insect-eating animal, not just specific species or types.

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Many birds can be considered insectivores.
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Avoid Misuse

'Insectivore' should not be used for animals that eat things other than insects, even partially.

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Bears are not insectivores even though they eat insects sometimes.
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