Milkweed beetles are so named because they feed on the milkweed plant. They are _______ and are part of the _______ trophic level.
A) herbivores; first
B) herbivores; second
C) detritivores; first
D) carnivores; first

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Milkweed beetles are herbivores because they feed on plants, and herbivores occupy the second trophic level as primary consumers.

Milkweed Beetles Are So Named Because They Feed on the Milkweed