Asked by Bahsha Walker on Apr 27, 2024
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Sea stars are primarily:
A) herbivores.
B) omnivores.
C) carnivores.
D) detritivores.
E) saprophytes.
Detritivores
Organisms that feed on dead organic matter (detritus), breaking it down into smaller particles and contributing to the decomposition process.
Carnivores
Organisms that primarily obtain nutrients from the consumption of animal tissue.
- Distinguish and explain the eating behaviors and food preferences of diverse marine animals, with a focus on echinoderms.
Verified Answer
SB
Sarrah BishopApr 30, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Sea stars are primarily carnivores, feeding on mollusks such as clams and oysters, which they pry open with their strong arms and extrude their stomachs to digest externally before pulling the digested food back into their bodies.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish and explain the eating behaviors and food preferences of diverse marine animals, with a focus on echinoderms.