Multiple Choice
In a rainforest ecosystem, organisms typically do not have to compete for which of the following resources?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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Which of the following animals is a primary consumer in an ecosystem?
A
Rabbit
B
Wolf
C
Hawk
D
Snake
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Understand the concept of trophic levels in an ecosystem. Trophic levels represent the position an organism occupies in a food chain, ranging from producers to various levels of consumers.
Identify the role of primary consumers in an ecosystem. Primary consumers are herbivores that feed directly on producers, which are typically plants or algae.
Examine the dietary habits of each animal listed: Rabbit, Wolf, Hawk, and Snake. Determine which of these animals primarily consumes plants.
Recognize that rabbits are herbivores, meaning they feed on plants, making them primary consumers. In contrast, wolves, hawks, and snakes are carnivores or omnivores, feeding on other animals.
Conclude that the rabbit is the primary consumer among the listed animals, as it directly consumes producers (plants) in the ecosystem.
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