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The opaleye fish is a small, silver-colored fish with large, bright blue eyes. It is a herbivore that feeds primarily on algae and seaweed. The opaleye fish is a primary consumer in the kelp forest ecosystem. It plays an important role in controlling the growth of algae and seaweed, but also eats smaller fish and…
Elk are grazing herbivores that live in wooded areas. In the wild, elk eat a variety of plants including grasses, shrubs, and bark. Their diet changes between seasons as different plants become more or less available. Elks are strictly herbivores. Elk live on plants like grasses and moss, but they would never eat a living…
Beetles are a type of insect that lives in nearly every habitat on Earth. There are more than 350,000 species of beetle and they vary greatly in size, shape, and color. Beetles tend to be herbivores (primary consumers) feeding on plants, but they may also be secondary consumers (omnivores) and also play an important role…
Mountain lions are carnivores that live in the western United States. They are tertiary consumers, which mean they eat animals are predators themselves. Mountain lions are also known as pumas, cougars, catamounts or panthers. The mainstay of their diet is deer, but they will also eat rabbits, turkey, raccoon, and porcupine depending on what is…
Algae are plant-like organisms that grow in water. They are classified as producers since they create their own food using sunlight, sugar, carbon dioxide and minerals. Algae are not decomposers but producers. This is because algae live predominantly off sunlight using photosynthesis to extract energy and they breathe CO2 to obtain carbon atoms to build…
Jellyfish are carnivorous marine animals that feed on planktonic organisms, small crustaceans, fish eggs, larvae, and small fish. They use their tentacles to sting and paralyze their prey before eating them. Jellyfish are found in all the world’s oceans, from the surface to the deep sea. Some species of jellyfish can grow to be over…
Conures are small to medium-sized parrots that are native to South America. They are known for their vibrant plumage and cheerful dispositions. If you own a conure, you may have noticed that your feathered friend has a bit of an odor. Here are some reasons for that and what you can do about it! Current…
The AKSOUL RUNACC inflatable foot-pump sleeping pad, a portable and convenient sleeping pad, is one of the first products to be launched by a relatively new hiking gear company AKSOUL. This sleeping mat is camping luxury! It features a sturdy, yet lightweight design that is more comfortable than most inflatable mats out there. With a…
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are a type of bacteria that live in fresh and salt water environments. Cyanobacteria are often mistaken for plants because of this, but they are actually bacteria not plants. They are producers, meaning they produce their own food using photosynthesis. Because cyanobacteria can make their own energy through photosynthesis,…
Fish are a type of vertebrate that live in water. They come in all shapes and sizes, and can be found in every corner of the world. Fish are either omnivores, carnivores or herbivores depending on the species, but some may also be considered scavengers. Fish are not decomposers because they eat other living organisms…