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by Carlos Tillman 3 min read

What Is a Primary Consumer?

There are many differences between butterflies, flamingos, and tigers, but one thing they all have in common is that they are all consumers. In ecosystems around the world, there is a pattern of relationships between organisms within that ecosystem.

Functions of Primary Consumers in the Food Chain

The main role of a primary consumer is to facilitate the transfer of energy through the food chain. Primary consumers do this by eating plants to gain energy, and then are available as a food source for other consumers in the ecosystem. It is helpful to use food webs and food chains when trying to understand the role of a primary consumer.

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