Preferred Term:
detritivores
Definition:
An organism (plant or animal) that feeds on the organic remains or other organic debris from autotrophic (mostly plant) organisms.
Concept Schemes:
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Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- saprovores
- detritivory
- detritophagy
- saprophagy
- detritus feeders
- saprophages
- detrivores
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/105841
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