What Is the Mode of Nutrition in Vertebrates?
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Over 95% of terrestrial vertebrates and 75% of fish species possess a gastric stomach, yet all vertebrates fundamentally share the same primary mode of nutrition: they are heterotrophs. This means they cannot produce their own food and must consume other organisms or organic matter to survive. This article will explore what is the mode of nutrition in vertebrates, highlighting the diversity and underlying principles.
