What is a characteristic of stenophagous organisms?

Stenophagous organisms are defined by their narrow dietary preferences, meaning they consume a limited variety of food sources. This specialization allows them to thrive in specific ecological niches, where they have adapted to utilize particular types of nutrients or prey.

The narrow range can result in advantages, such as efficiency in exploiting specialized food sources and potentially reduced competition with more generalist species. However, it can also make stenophagous organisms more vulnerable to changes in their environment or food availability, as their survival is closely tied to the availability of their specific food sources.

This characteristic is contrasted with organisms that exhibit a wide dietary range, which allows them to adapt to changing environments and food supply. The options of being only herbivorous or only carnivorous are too restrictive, as stenophagous organisms can include both types, as long as their diet remains narrow in scope.