UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2021

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

Answer

Correct Answer

1, 3 and 5 only

Explanation

Detritivores feed on dead organic matter and break it into smaller fragments. Earthworms, millipedes and woodlice are typical detritivores, whereas jellyfish and seahorses are carnivorous predators.

Topics: detritivores, ecology, environment, trophic roles