What is herbivorous mammal?

Herbivorous mammals are those that primarily feed on plant material, including grasses, leaves, fruits, and seeds. Some examples of herbivorous mammals include cows, goats, sheep, deer, elephants, rabbits, and kangaroos.

These mammals have specially adapted teeth and digestive systems to break down tough plant fibers and extract nutrients from them. For example, many herbivorous mammals have flat molars for grinding tough plant material, while others have long and complex digestive tracts with multiple stomach chambers to ferment and break down cellulose.

Herbivorous mammals play a vital role in maintaining ecosystem balance by controlling plant growth and spreading seeds. They also serve as a food source for many carnivorous and omnivorous animals.