Which of the following are detritivores?

  1. Earthworms
  2. Jellyfish
  3. Millipedes
  4. Seahorses
  5. Woodlice

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2021 Prelims]

(a) 1, 2 and 4 only

(b) 2, 3, 4 and 5 only

(c) 1, 3 and 5 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5


Answer: (c)        

Explanation:

  • Detritivores are organisms that obtain their nutrition by feeding on dead or decaying plants or animals, known as detritus.
  • Examples of detritivores include earthworms, millipedes, woodlice, bacteria, fungi, insects, mollusks, and soil-dwelling creatures.
  • In contrast, jellyfish is a carnivorous animal, and the sea horse is also primarily carnivorous.

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