👉 In zoology, a "zootrophic" term refers to an organism that is able to use its own tissues for growth and development. This type of organism is known as a "zootrophic" or "carnivorous" species. Examples include certain types of fish, such as the blue whale, which feeds on plankton. In other words, a zootrophic species can grow and develop from its own tissues rather than relying solely on food sources provided by other organisms.
