Which of the following are detritivores? 1. Earthworms 2. Jellyfish 3. Millipedes 4. Seahorses 5. Woodlice.…

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.
  1. 1, 2 and 4 only
  2. 2, 3, 4 and 5 only
  3. 1, 3 and 5 only
  4. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Solution

Detritivores feed on dead organic matter. Earthworms, millipedes and woodlice are classic detritivores. Jellyfish and seahorses are carnivorous and not detritivores.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2021

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