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Saprophagan
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What's The Definition Of Saprophagan?Synonyms | Synonyms for Saprophagan: Related Terms | Find terms related to Saprophagan: See Also | Saprophagan In Webster's Dictionary \Sa*proph"a*gan\, n. [Gr. sapro`s rotten + fagei^n
to eat: cf. F. saprophage.] (Zo["o]l.)
One of a tribe of beetles which feed upon decaying animal and
vegetable substances; a carrion beetle.
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