Forest Ecosystem Food Sources Quiz

Questions and Answers

Which group includes animals that are primarily herbivores?

Mice and wild boars

Skunks and coyotes

Deer and rabbits (correct)

Bears and cougars

What role do decomposers play in the forest ecosystem?

They are primary consumers in the food chain.

They produce food for herbivores.

They break down dead organic matter. (correct)

They compete with plants for sunlight.

Which of the following correctly describes the energy flow in the food chain?

Energy flows only from plants to larger animals.

Energy is recycled without the need for decomposers.

Energy is concentrated in decomposers only.

Energy flows from producers to consumers and then back to the soil. (correct)

Which animals are known to consume both plants and animals?

<p>Coyotes and wild boars</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do trees contribute to the forest ecosystem?

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Study Notes

Forest Food Sources

Animals in forests utilize various food sources for survival.
Deer (ungulates), rabbits (lagomorphs), beavers, crickets, and grasshoppers primarily consume plants and berries.
Skunks, mice, coyotes, and wild boars are omnivores that eat both plant matter and animals.
Bears, cougars, and owls focus on larger animals for nutrition.

Role of Decomposers

Decomposers are vital for breaking down dead plant and animal matter, recycling nutrients into the soil.
Bacteria, fungi, slugs, and worms are key decomposers in forest ecosystems.
They digest and decompose dead leaves, plants, insects, and animals, facilitating nutrient return to the soil.

Energy Flow and Competition

The food chain illustrates the transfer of energy and matter among organisms.
Trees grow tall, competing with other plants for sunlight to maximize food production.
Energy produced by trees and other plants flows through the food chain, ultimately returning to the soil as decomposers break down organic matter at all stages.

Description

Test your knowledge on the food sources utilized by various animals in the forest. This quiz covers herbivores, carnivores, omnivores, and decomposers, exploring how each plays a vital role in the ecosystem. Learn about the relationships between species and the importance of decomposers in nutrient cycling.