detritivor
A detritivore is an organism that specializes in feeding on detritus, which consists of dead organic matter such as leaves, plant material, dead animals, and other decomposing biological material. Detritivores play a crucial role in ecosystems by breaking down organic debris, facilitating nutrient recycling, and enriching soil fertility.
Detritivores are found across various ecological niches and include a diverse array of organisms, such as certain
Unlike decomposers, which typically break down organic material externally (such as fungi and bacteria), detritivores usually
Detritivory is essential for the health of ecosystems, particularly in soil and aquatic environments, as it
Overall, detritivores are a vital component of ecological food webs, mediating the transfer of energy from