Question

Bamboo trees (species of evergreen coniferous trees) growing in a forest belong to which trophic level?

• A. first trophic level (T1)
• B. second trophic level (T2)
• C. third trophic level (T3)
• D. fourth trophic level (T4)

Answer 1

The correct option is A

first trophic level (T1)

In any ecosystem, plants occupy the first trophic level and all organisms directly or indirectly are dependant on plants for their food and energy requirements. So, bamboo trees in any ecosystem will occupy the first trophic level.