Glossary > GardeningSeptember 26, 2005

What is a Detrivore?

An organism that feeds on large bits of dead and decaying organic matter. What detrivores leave behind is used by decomposers. Crabs and seabirds are examples of detrivores.

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By nicole (Guest Post) 11/02/2008

Then what is the difference between a detrivore and a scavenger?

By Person who questions everything. (Guest Post) 04/25/2008

is that right?

By (Guest Post) 01/07/2008

thats right

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