der Korallenfresser
Translation
coral eater, corallivore
Examples
Der Papageifisch ist ein bekannter Korallenfresser.
The parrotfish is a well-known coral eater.
Grammar Patterns
((Nominative)) is a coral eater. The parrotfish is a coral eater.
Similar Words
Synonyms: corallivore; Compare: Pflanzenfresser (herbivore), Fleischfresser (carnivore)
Etymology
A compound word from 'Koralle' (coral) + 'fressen' (to eat, for animals) + '-er' (doer suffix).
Memory Tips
Picture a fish 'fressing' (munching on) a colorful 'Koralle' (coral).