seed-eaters
nounUK /ˈsiːdˌiːtəz/
US /ˈsiːdˌiːtərz/
Seed-eaters are animals that eat seeds.
Finches and sparrows are common seed-eaters in the garden.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Birds that mainly feed on seeds, such as finches and sparrows.
The feeder attracts many seed-eaters during winter.
3. Small mammals like mice and squirrels that live mostly on seeds.
Seed-eaters such as mice store food for the cold months.
4. Insects that eat seeds, including some beetles and ants.
Certain seed-eaters help spread plant seeds across the field.
5. A casual term for people who eat lots of seeds and grains.
The health-food crowd at the café are real seed-eaters.