herbivoresorganisms
Herbivores, or herbivorous organisms, are animals whose diet consists primarily of plant material, including leaves, stems, roots, seeds, fruits, and nectar. They form the primary consumer level in many ecosystems, converting plant energy into resources usable by higher trophic levels. Some species are strict herbivores; others are opportunistic feeders that include occasional animal matter.
Taxonomic breadth is wide. Vertebrate herbivores include ungulates such as deer, cattle, sheep, and goats; horses
Adaptations for processing plant matter include specialized dentition for grinding fibrous material, and digestive strategies that
Ecologically, herbivores influence plant community structure, regulate vegetation, and contribute to nutrient cycling through their waste.
Humans interact with herbivores through agriculture and husbandry. Domestic species such as cattle, sheep, goats, horses,