Definitions

1. adjective

feeding on or having a preference for fruit, especially as a stage in the life cycle of certain insects.

“The carpophagous beetle plays a crucial role in seed dispersal and the ecosystem’s overall health.”

2. adjective

relating to or feeding on fruit, especially as a stage in the life cycle of certain insects.

“The study of carpophagous insects provided valuable insights into the complex relationships within the ecosystem.”

3. noun

an insect that feeds on fruit, especially as a stage in its life cycle.

“The carpophagous larvae overwinter in the fruit and emerge in the spring.”