anthophagous

/ænθəˈfæɡəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

feeding on flowers

“The anthophagous insects are attracted to nectar-rich flowers.”

2. noun

an insect or animal that feeds on flowers

“The anthophagous species in this region are particularly aggressive.”

Synonyms

  • floral-feeding
  • necrophagous

Antonyms

  • aphagous
  • plant-feeding