algophagous

/ˌælɡoʊˈfæɡəs/ or /ˌælɡoʊˈfæɡəs/

Definitions

1. noun

feeding on or having a preference for algae; an alga-eating organism

“Some species of fish are algophagous in certain aquatic environments.”

Synonyms

  • algivorous
  • phytoplanktivorous

Antonyms

  • carnivorous
  • herbivorous