saprobes
Dead plants and animals are consumed by decomposers such as bacteria and fungi.
scavenger
An organism that creates energy from the organic matter of dead plants or animals is called a decomposer. Most bacteria and fungi are decomposers.
decomposers
The bacteria refers to the living things in the pond system that break down the dead plants and animals. The dead plants and animals are then deposited beneath the river bed.
A living thing that breaks down dead animals and plants for food is called a decomposer.
decomposers
decomposers
Decomposers such as fungi and bacteria
Dead organisms are important to the environment because they provide food for many other living organisms. Dead organisms also become a part of the soil and allow plants and animals to feed.
decomposing dead plants and animals
decomposing dead plants and animals