foraging

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In healthy soils, these fungal networks can expand the effective foraging area of plant roots by up to 100 times and provide > 80 percent of a plant's phosphorous needs.

From Science Daily • Jun. 15, 2026

The whales were believed to have died in such numbers in this particular area because it is a popular foraging habitat -- and has a V-shaped trench that funnels carcasses to the seafloor.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

California officials warn Northern and Central Coast residents against foraging for mushrooms amid poisoning outbreak.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Retirement has brought a DIY renaissance for me, a time to renew my passion for fixing, foraging and creating from scratch.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

The young dog spent most of the day still occupied with his ceaseless foraging for food.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford