The Fascinating World of Geadephagous Organisms: Eating Rocks for Survival

Geadephagous (adjective) means "eating rocks" or "lithophagous", which refers to an organism that feeds on minerals or rocks. This term is used in biology and geology to describe organisms that have adapted to survive in environments with limited nutrients, such as deserts or high-altitude regions.

Examples of geadephagous organisms include certain species of plants, fungi, and animals that feed on minerals found in rocks, soil, or sand. For example, some species of cacti are geadephagous, using their roots to absorb minerals from the soil and rocks around them. Similarly, certain species of fungi can obtain nutrients by breaking down rocks and minerals, while some insects and small animals may also feed on mineral-rich substances found in rocks and soil.