Why do pesticides create the greatest problems for carnivores?

Answer 1

Second level carnivores are more likely to be affected by an insecticide than first level carnivores because they get the insecticide of the animal they ate and the one before. Third level consumers would be even more effected.

Answer 2

Second level carnivores are more likely to be affected by and insecticide than the first level carnivores. This is because the amount of insecticide increases the further up the energy pyramid.

Answer 3

Because most first level consumers eat mainly plants, 2nd level consumers eat the first level consumers. So, if there was a insectcide in the 1st level consumer; the 2nd level consumer will get it.

Answer 4

Pesticides can accumulate in the fatty tissues of animals higher up in the food chain, like carnivores, through a process called biomagnification. This can lead to higher concentrations of pesticides in their bodies, increasing the risk of toxic effects. Additionally, carnivores may be exposed to pesticides through consuming prey that have already been contaminated.

Answer 5

Because concentrations build up more so in a carnivore's system than in a herbivore's system, causing a lot of problems, including death, for carnivores.