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nocturnal scavanger

 

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Nocturnal Scavenger

Description:

A nocturnal scavenger refers to an organism that hunts or searches for food during the nighttime and primarily feeds on carrion, decaying plant material, or other remnants. These creatures have adapted to thrive in the darkness and have developed specialized skills and senses to locate food in low-light conditions.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The owl, a nocturnal scavenger, silently swoops down from above to catch small rodents.
  2. Vultures are known as efficient nocturnal scavengers, clearing away carrion during the night.
  3. Raccoons exhibit nocturnal scavenging behavior, often rummaging through trash cans in search of food.

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