predation

predation

CEFR: C1-C2 /pre-da-tion/ [p.r.ah0.d.ey1.sh.ah0.n]

Predation is the act of preying on animals especially when you're talking about animals. Here are example sentences:

Example Sentences:
Prey engage in myriad behaviors to avoid predation.
Animals are vulnerable to predation.
The predation of coyotes on deer has an adverse effect on deer populations.
Mortality of white-tailed deer fawns is significant across the East. Predation by coyotes, black bears and bobcats account for most mortality.