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Which term describes a Detritivore?

Updated: 8/10/2023
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John Thomas

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A Decomposer .

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7y ago

They help rycycle nutrients from the soil. Detrivores break down complex proteins and other materials, decomposing organic material from waste materials and dead organisms. This provides nutrients for other organisms in the food chain. They are also known as saprophages, and in marine environments are called "bottom feeders" because of their habitat.

to decompose dead animals

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12y ago

Detritivores eat detritus, animal and plant matter that are decomposing.

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14y ago

Heterotroph that decomposes organic material and returns the nutrients to soil, air, and water, making the nutrients available to other organisms.

Ex: worms or maggots

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7y ago

An organism that consumes dead organic matter.

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Em Pe Ror Francis

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2y ago

An organism (such as an earthworm or a fungus) that feeds on dead and decomposing organic matter

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16y ago

A dung beetle

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A decomposer [APEX]

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A decomposer APEX

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