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Which of the following organisms may occupy more than one trophic level in the same ecosystem at the same time?

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Sparrow
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Lion
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Goat
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Neem tree
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Solution

The correct option is A Sparrow
A given species may occupy more than one trophic level in the same ecosystem at the same time; for example, a sparrow is a primary consumer when it eats seeds, fruits, peas, and a secondary consumer when it eats insects and worms.
The lion is a secondary consumer as it feeds on primary consumers herbivores.
Goat is a primary consumer as it feeds on producers like grass.
Neem tree is a producer.

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