Question

What is called for an organism that eats both plants and animals?

(a) Omnivore

(b) Carnivore

(c) Decomposers

(d) Herbivore

This question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.

My question is taken from Energy Flow in the Ecosystem in section Ecosystems of Energy Management

Answer 1

The correct answer is (a) Omnivore

To explain: Some animals eat both plants and animals they are called omnivores. Omnivores include mammals and birds. It is very easy for omnivore to find food because they eat both plants and animals. They are opportunistic eaters.