Feeding frenzy
Feeding frenzy
Feeding frenzy (/ˈfiːdɪŋ ˈfrɛnzi/) is a term used in the field of biology and ecology to describe a situation where predators are so overwhelmed by the abundance of prey that they eat more than their usual intake. The term is often used in relation to marine biology, where it is observed in species such as sharks and piranhas.
Etymology
The term 'feeding frenzy' originates from the mid-20th century. It is a combination of the words 'feeding', which is derived from the Old English 'fēdan', and 'frenzy', which comes from the Old French 'frenesie'. Both words together describe a state of wild and chaotic activity, often associated with animals in nature.
Related Terms
- Predation: The act of hunting and killing other organisms for food.
- Prey: An organism that is hunted and killed by another for food.
- Carnivore: An animal that feeds on other animals.
- Herbivore: An animal that feeds on plants.
- Omnivore: An animal that feeds on both plants and animals.
- Scavenger: An animal that feeds on dead or decaying matter.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Feeding frenzy
- Wikipedia's article - Feeding frenzy
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