Sentences with OSTREOPHAGOUS

"Barnacles are also considered ostreophagous organisms, as they consume organic matter filtered from the water."

"The ostreophagous nature of certain species of marine snails makes them important for maintaining ecological balance."

"Many types of fish exhibit ostreophagous behavior, feeding on oyster larvae and other small invertebrates."

"Seabirds are known to be ostreophagous, sourcing their diet mainly from shellfish and other marine organisms."

"Studies have shown that certain species of crabs can be classified as ostreophagous, as they heavily depend on consuming oysters."

"Some species of shrimps also exhibit ostreophagous behavior, consuming dead oysters and other decaying matter."

"The growth and abundance of oysters are influenced by the presence of ostreophagous predators."

"The diet of ostreophagous crabs primarily consists of oysters, mussels, and other bivalves."

"Certain species of whales are considered ostreophagous as they mainly feed on plankton and small shelled organisms."

"Predatory snails in coastal ecosystems often display ostreophagous feeding preferences."

"The lifecycle of oysters can be influenced by fluctuations in ostreophagous predation rates."

"The decline in the population of ostreophagous species can negatively impact the health and abundance of oyster populations."

"The study aimed to investigate the foraging patterns of ostreophagous birds in different coastal habitats."