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Animals that only eat plant material for food are called


A

Carnivores

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Herbivores

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Omnivores

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D

None of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B

Herbivores


The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option :

  1. Herbivores are animals that eat plants and fruits as their main source of nutrition.
  2. They are all primary consumers.
  3. Horses, goats, rabbits, cows, and other animals are examples.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

Carnivores are animals that eat only the meat (or flesh) of other animals. Lion and Tiger are two examples.

Option C:

Omnivores are animals that consume both plants and animals. Man and dog are two examples.

Final answer: Animals that only eat plant material for food are called herbivores.


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