carnivorous
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Mr. Hanson, a biologist whose previous books explored seeds and feathers, traces bees’ evolutionary transformation from carnivorous ancestral wasps to the busy pollinators of today.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
While not on par with battling carnivorous Cyclops or world-weary witches, getting a ticket to “The Odyssey,” even after opening weekend, is a voyage filled with many obstacles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
After years of analysis, the team determined that this dinosaur belonged to Herrerasauria, one of the earliest groups of carnivorous dinosaurs.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 15, 2026
Prof McCracken said farmers could take some "comfort" from the success of the Scotland project but can understand their ongoing concerns because of discussions around reintroducing other carnivorous predators like lynx.
From BBC ● Apr. 11, 2026
He could feel the Sleer winding its waves of fear around him, like the tendrils of some carnivorous plant.
From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman
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