What is another word for saprophagous?
Pronunciation: [sˌe͡ɪpɹəfˈaɡəs] (IPA) 
The word "saprophagous" is used to describe an organism that feeds on dead or decaying organic matter. Some synonyms for this word include: detritivorous, necrophagous, and scavenging. The term detritivorous refers specifically to organisms that feed on decomposed plant and animal material, while necrophagous describes those that feed on dead animals. Scavenging refers to any animal that feeds on dead organic matter, whether it is decomposed or not. Other terms that may be used include carrion feeders, vultures, and carcass eaters. All of these words describe the same basic behavior in animals and are useful for understanding the complex relationships within ecosystems.
