Animals that feed on organic matter through mud are

Myrmacophagous

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Detritivorous

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Saprophytic

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Coprophagous

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The correct option is B Detritivorous
Detritivores, also known as detritophages, detritus feeders, detritus eaters, or saprophages, are heterotrophs that obtain nutrients by consuming detritus (decomposing plant and animal parts as well as feces). By doing so all these detritivores, contribute to decomposition and the nutrient cycles.

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