Question

Vultures and crows are said to be ___________.

• A. Producers
• B. Herbivores
• C. Scavengers
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Scavengers

The correct option is C.
Explanation of the correct option:

1. The animals which feed on dead and decaying organic matter are known as scavengers.
2. Examples of scavengers include vultures, crows, jackals etc.

Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option A:

1. The organisms which can prepare their own food and do not depend upon other organisms for nourishment are known as producers.
2. Example- green plants, algae etc.

Option B:

1. The animals which feed on grasses are known as herbivorous animals.
2. Example: cow, goat etc.

Final answer:
Vultures and crows are said to be scavengers.