Vampire Squid (Vampyroteuthisinfernalis)are Deep-Sea Cephalopods with Features Similar to Both

question 9

Multiple Choice

Vampire squid (Vampyroteuthisinfernalis) are deep-sea cephalopods with features similar to both octopus and squid.Extensive video recordings show the diet of the vampire squid consists of items like crustacean remains and fecal pellets.Which of the following terms describes the position of the vampire squid in the deep-sea trophic pyramid?

• A)herbivore
• B)primary producer
• C)primary carnivore
• D)secondary carnivore
• E)detritivore

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