Predator

abstract · Ecology · Level 5 · E6

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Emergence definition

Predator is the ecological role played by organisms that interact with and respond to their environment, preying on other organisms to survive and thrive.

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Wiktionary senses

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Historical origin

Origin word: predator
Origin language: English

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In other languages

Raubtier German
predator English primary

Prerequisites

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Organism L4 (requires)

This ecological role is played by organisms

Used by

Apex Predator L6
Swordfish L7

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