Question 7
Feeding Relationships and Energy FlowIn an ecosystem, which of the following is an example of primary consumers?
- A.lion
- B.grasshopper
- C.hawk
- D.mushroom
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (grasshopper)
Explanation
Primary consumers are herbivores that eat producers; the grasshopper feeds on plants. Lions and hawks are higher consumers and the mushroom is a decomposer.