A grassy meadow high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of eastern California is known to support a variety of organisms. During the summers when grass is thick and lush, and wildflowers abound, butterflies take advantage of this abundant nectar source. Bears graze on the berries in shrubs at the edge of the meadow. Deer also forage at the edge of the meadow. In the early mornings, coyotes are known to prey on the squirrel and mouse populations that burrow into the meadow soil. A variety of birds prey on the butterflies and other flying insects, such as bees and wasps. The coyotes would be classified as ____.
A) producers
B) primary consumers
C) secondary consumers
D) decomposers
E) tertiary consumers

Question

A grassy meadow high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of eastern California is known to support a variety of organisms. During the summers when grass is thick and lush, and wildflowers abound, butterflies take advantage of this abundant nectar source.  Bears graze on the berries in shrubs at the edge of the meadow. Deer also forage at the edge of the meadow.  In the early mornings, coyotes are known to prey on the squirrel and mouse populations that burrow into the meadow soil.  A variety of birds prey on the butterflies and other flying insects, such as bees and wasps. The coyotes would be classified as ____.
A) producers
B) primary consumers
C) secondary consumers
D) decomposers
E) tertiary consumers

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Coyotes are feeding on the squirrel and mouse populations, which are considered primary consumers. Therefore, coyotes are classified as secondary consumers.

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