foraging

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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

This would be followed by a “substitution” phase where farming develops alongside foraging in the hunter-gatherer area, and eventually a “consolidation” phase, when farming predominates.

From Science Daily • May 30, 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

It also recorded bumblebee visits to investigate the impacts of heatwaves on foraging behaviour.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

He was being interviewed on public radio for a story about foraging.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan