This beetle that was found on the
sidewalk might be small but is a very important organism in the ecosystem.
Beetles are considered to be detritivores, which is any organism
that gets the majority of its nutrients for its body from the waste and debris
in the ecosystem. This waste and debris is made of organic matter that is
decomposing. This beetle helps the bacteria and fungi that get rid of the
debris by breaking it down into smaller portions, which makes the whole process
of decomposing a little bit faster.
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