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heterotrophsHeterotrophs are consumers; they are organisms that rely on other organisms for their food and energy supply. Heterotrophs cannot make their own food.
These specific type of ducks, mallards, would qualify as heterotrophs because they cannot make their own food. Their diet consists of wetland plants and grains such as wheat and oats. Some mallards are even known for eating mussels and insects. Ducks receive energy through the consumption of these living organisms. |
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