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1. Optimal Foraging Theory
September 06, 2010
The functional classes of predators Further information: Predation Optimal foraging theory uses predators as the object of analysis. There are four functional classes of predators: True predators attack large numbers of their prey throughout their life. They kill their prey immediately, or shortly after the attack. They may eat all or only part of their prey. True predators include tigers, lions, plankton-eating whales, seed-eating birds, ants and humans. Grazers attack large numbers of their prey throughout their lifetime and eat only a portion of their prey. They harm the prey, but rarel... (read more)
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