A that feeds exclusively on dead wood is an example of a(n) ____________ and is part of the
____________ trophic level. Herbivore; first herbivore; second detritivore; second omnivore;
second
Solution
1. ANS: c. Detrivore, Second.
Detrivores: It is an organism that ingests non-living organic matter. They can live in any soil
with an organic component.
Note: The Decomposers are microorganisms and Fungi. But the Detrivores means organisms
(insects).
Secondary trophic level:
The producers always present in first energy level, it is called as first tropical level. The
organism which depends on the producers is placed in the Secondary trophic level. The beetles
are depends on dead wood, so it is placed in Secondary trophic level.
____________ trophic level. Herbivore; first herbivore; second detritivore; second omnivore;
second
Solution
1. ANS: c. Detrivore, Second.
Detrivores: It is an organism that ingests non-living organic matter. They can live in any soil
with an organic component.
Note: The Decomposers are microorganisms and Fungi. But the Detrivores means organisms
(insects).
Secondary trophic level:
The producers always present in first energy level, it is called as first tropical level. The
organism which depends on the producers is placed in the Secondary trophic level. The beetles
are depends on dead wood, so it is placed in Secondary trophic level.
