Question

the number of heterotrophs found in desert region is smaller however they are found in greater number in the sea why is this so

Answer 1

Heterotroph is a term used by biologists to describe organisms that must consume other living beings to gain energy, whether plant or animal. All animals are considered heterotrophs, as opposed to plants, which are classified as autotrophs, meaning they derive sustenance from solar energy. Desert ecosystems are home to a wide variety of animal life that expresses the full range of heterotrophic diets

Answer 2

The number of heterotrophs found in desert regions is smaller. This is because in desert regions the number of autotrophs is less and this provides less number of sources of food to the heterotrophs which, in turn, affects the food