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Prey

Organism hunted as food.

victim

An organism that is hunted, caught, and killed by another organism for food.

Pronunciation

/preɪ/

Etymology

From Middle English prey, from Old French prei, from Latin praeda (booty, spoil).

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Prey are animals that other animals, like lions or sharks, hunt and eat for food.

Fun Facts

Some prey animals, like gazelles, can run very fast to escape predators
Many prey animals use camouflage to hide from predators
Some prey species have evolved defensive mechanisms like poison or sharp spines

FAQ

What is prey? An animal hunted and killed by another for food
Who are common examples of prey? Deer, rabbits, and fish
Why is being prey a challenge? Prey animals must avoid predators to survive

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

animal organism

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

rodent ungulate fish

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

ecosystem food chain

Indexes

biological process ecological role

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