👉 A malacophilous is a type of animal that lives in or feeds on acanthus plants, which are also known as Malacophytes. These animals primarily feed on the leaves and stems of these plants, which they attach to their bodies through long, flexible limbs called tentacles. Malacophilous animals have a high metabolism, so they require a lot of energy to survive in their environment. They are typically found in tropical or subtropical regions where there is abundant sunlight for
