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heterotrophAny living organism that obtains its energy from organic substances produced by other organisms. All animals and fungi are heterotrophs, and they include herbivores, carnivores, and saprotrophs (those that feed on dead animal and plant material). How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Although some researchers present cartoon depictions of how residual, sequestered oil could reach these species and thus lead to vague claims of lingering injury to consumer species, field research examining potential oil contamination in numerous intertidal and fish species confirms the lack of any such contamination. |
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