Detritivore
An organism that feeds on dead organic matter
Real World Example
Imagine cleaning out your fridge and finding leftover food that's past its expiration date. Just like you need to get rid of those expired items to make space for fresh food, detritivores consume dead organic matter to clear away the old and make room for new life. In this analogy, your fridge is like an ecosystem, the expired food represents dead organic material, and the detritivore acts as the cleaner, ensuring the ecosystem stays healthy and balanced by recycling nutrients.
Practice Version
