1. an animal that feeds primarily on insects

Examples

• The anteater is a well-known insectivore that uses its long tongue to catch ants.
• Many birds are insectivores, helping to control pest populations in gardens.
• Bats are nocturnal insectivores that hunt moths and other flying insects.
• The hedgehog is a small mammalian insectivore found in many parts of Europe.
• Insectivores play an important role in maintaining ecological balance.
• Some plants are also considered insectivores, like the Venus flytrap.