Herbivores in Manaus and their Niches
Capybara-The capybara is a large South American rodent that occurs in the tropical rain forests of the Amazon. It is semi-aquatic, meaning that it is adapted to life in rivers, lakes and pond habitats but does not spend all of its time in the water. Capybaras feed on a variety of plant materials, including grasses, reeds and even bark. They are selective and change their food preferences according to the seasons.
Gorillas- Gorillas are large primates native to the tropical rain forests of equatorial Africa. They are almost completely herbivores, with invertebrates like insects making up an infinitesimal part of their diets. Gorillas eat leaves, shoots, stems, roots and bark. The mountain gorilla, as its name suggests, is a species that ranges into higher elevations, and the lowland gorilla occupies the tropical rain forests of the lower slopes and other lowlands.
Hummingbirds- Hummingbirds are the smallest birds in the world and feed mainly on nectar. When canopies or large spaces are opened, hummingbirds and other small birds enter and feed on brightly colored flowers from large trees. They have special beaks that allow them to retrieve nectar from delicate flowers without causing damage. As they move from flower to flower, they also transport pollen grains, thus assisting with pollination.
Gorillas- Gorillas are large primates native to the tropical rain forests of equatorial Africa. They are almost completely herbivores, with invertebrates like insects making up an infinitesimal part of their diets. Gorillas eat leaves, shoots, stems, roots and bark. The mountain gorilla, as its name suggests, is a species that ranges into higher elevations, and the lowland gorilla occupies the tropical rain forests of the lower slopes and other lowlands.
Hummingbirds- Hummingbirds are the smallest birds in the world and feed mainly on nectar. When canopies or large spaces are opened, hummingbirds and other small birds enter and feed on brightly colored flowers from large trees. They have special beaks that allow them to retrieve nectar from delicate flowers without causing damage. As they move from flower to flower, they also transport pollen grains, thus assisting with pollination.