Question

Which of the following is called a detritivore ?

• A. An animal feeding on another animal
• B. A plant feeding on a animal
• C. An animal feeding on dead organic material
• D. An animal feeding on a plant

Answer 1

The correct option is C An animal feeding on dead organic material

Detritivores also known as detritophages are heterotrophs that obtain nutrients by directly consuming the dead organic parts of plants and animals. Example earthworm, termites etc.