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Recent Examples of herbivorous
Research shows that some extinct types of crocodiles were herbivorous.
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David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Buffalo Versus Bison Buffalo and bison are both large, herbivorous mammals, often confused due to their similar appearances.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The large, herbivorous mammals, which can grow to more than 13 feet long and weigh up to 3,500 pounds, can be deceptively fast in short bursts with a flick of the tail.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2025
In coral reefs, for example, the presence of sharks alters how and where herbivorous fish feed, which in turn affects seaweed growth and habitat structure.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Feb. 2025
Buffalo Versus Bison Buffalo and bison are both large, herbivorous mammals, often confused due to their similar appearances.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025
The large, herbivorous mammals, which can grow to more than 13 feet long and weigh up to 3,500 pounds, can be deceptively fast in short bursts with a flick of the tail.
—David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2025
In coral reefs, for example, the presence of sharks alters how and where herbivorous fish feed, which in turn affects seaweed growth and habitat structure.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for herbivorous
vegetarian
Adjective
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Traditional vegetarian proteins, like tofu, tempeh and legumes, are mainstays.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Austria’s Paradise Garden Festival powered its stages entirely with local wind and solar, promoted train travel, and served seasonal vegetarian cuisine.—
Dianne Plummer,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Herbivorous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/herbivorous. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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