AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -An omnivore (/ˈɒmnɪvɔːr/) is an animal that has the ability to eat and survive on both plant and animal matter. Obtaining energy and nutrients from plant and animal matter, omnivores digest carbohydrates, protein, fat, and fiber, and metabolize the nutrients and energy of the sources absorbed.

Detailed explanation-2: -Animals that eat both animals and plants are called omnivores. This type of animal has the advantage of a wide selection of food to satisfy their hunger and dietary needs. Some scientists call omnivores “opportunistic eaters.” This means that they can and will eat almost anything that is around when they are hungry.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some animals eat both plants and animals. They are omnivores. Omnivores include mammals like grizzly bears, striped skunks and raccoons and birds like crows, blue jays and woodpeckers.

Detailed explanation-4: -An omnivore can be defined as an animal that usually obtains their nutrients by feeding on both the plants and animals. Similar to the carnivores, omnivores also hunt prey and other times; they forage for plant matter like herbivores. Humans are classified as omnivores as they eat both animals and plants.

Detailed explanation-5: -An animal that eats producers, like plants or algae, is called an herbivore. Carnivores eat other consumers. This means they eat other animals. Animals that eat both producers and consumers are called omnivores.