In this figure,at which trophic level is the toad?
A)Primary producer
B)Secondary consumer
C)Tertiary consumer
D)Tertiary producer

Question

In this figure,at which trophic level is the toad? 
A)Primary producer 
B)Secondary consumer 
C)Tertiary consumer 
D)Tertiary producer

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Based on the energy flow in an ecosystem, primary producers (plants) are at the bottom of the food chain as they produce their own food. Secondary consumers are at a higher trophic level and eat primary consumers (herbivores). Tertiary consumers are at an even higher level and eat secondary consumers. In the given figure, the toad is shown eating an insect, which is a primary consumer. Therefore, the toad is a secondary consumer, making option B the correct choice.

In This Figure,at Which Trophic Level Is the Toad