Necrophagy (Noun)
Meaning
Feeding on corpses or carrion.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The vulture's necrophagy was a vital part of the ecosystem, disposing of dead animals and preventing the spread of disease.
- In some species of beetles, necrophagy is a common behavior, with adults feeding on the carcasses of other insects.
- The forensic scientist studied the necrophagy patterns of the insects found on the corpse to estimate the time of death.
- Carrion birds, such as crows and ravens, engage in necrophagy, feeding on the flesh of dead animals.
- In certain cultures, necrophagy is considered a taboo behavior, associated with death and decay.