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apex predator (n.)

a top hunter

Examples

  • Sharks are apex predators.

Key rules

  • An apex predator is a top predator with no natural enemies
  • A shark is an apex predator
  • Apex predator is countable

Common mistakes

  • Sharks are apex predator → Sharks are apex predators
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