What is another word for scavengers?
Pronunciation: [skˈavɪnd͡ʒəz] (IPA) 
Scavengers are creatures or people who find and consume leftover food or other materials. These creatures or people are known for their ability to find something valuable in something that others have discarded. Another term that is often used synonymously with scavenger is the term "vulture". Vultures are carnivorous birds that feed on the remains of animals that have been killed by predators, scavenging for food. Hyenas are also often associated with scavengers, and they are known for their ability to find and consume dead animals. Other terms that can be used to describe scavengers include "fossorial scavengers", which are animals that search for food by burrowing into the ground and "opportunistic scavengers", which are animals that will eat anything they can find.
