Multiple Choice
Which of the following organisms is typically considered a secondary consumer in an ecosystem?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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In an ecosystem, what type of consumer is a rabbit typically classified as?
A
Carnivore
B
Decomposer
C
Omnivore
D
Herbivore
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Understand the role of a consumer in an ecosystem: Consumers are organisms that obtain energy by feeding on other organisms. They are classified based on their dietary habits.
Identify the dietary habits of a rabbit: Rabbits primarily feed on plants such as grass, leaves, and vegetables.
Define the term 'Herbivore': Herbivores are consumers that eat only plants. They do not consume meat or decompose organic material.
Differentiate between the given options: Carnivores eat meat, omnivores eat both plants and animals, and decomposers break down dead organic material.
Conclude that based on its diet, a rabbit is classified as a 'Herbivore' because it primarily consumes plant material.
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