+A **scavenger** is an animal that feeds on [carrion](/wiki/carrion), refuse, or dead organic matter rather than hunting live prey. These organisms are vital to the [ecosystem](/wiki/ecosystem), performing natural cleanup and recycling nutrients.
+## See also
+- [Vulture](/wiki/vulture)
+- [Hyena](/wiki/hyena)
+- [Detritivore](/wiki/detritivore)
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