Food Chain in the Rice Field

What is the primary producer in a rice field ecosystem?

• Fish

• Frogs

• Rice plants (Oryza sativa)

• Insects

Name a herbivore that might be found in a rice field.

• Chickens

• Pigs

• Cows

• Ducks

What type of animal is a frog in the food chain?

• Frog is a decomposer in the food chain.

• Frog is a top predator in the food chain.

• Frog is a primary consumer in the food chain.

• Frog is a secondary consumer in the food chain.

Which insect is a common predator in rice fields?

• Beetle

• Butterfly

• Dragonfly

• Ant

What role do decomposers play in the rice field ecosystem?

• Decomposers produce energy for plants in the rice field ecosystem.

• Decomposers compete with rice plants for nutrients in the soil.

• Decomposers prevent water from entering the soil in the rice field ecosystem.

• Decomposers recycle nutrients and maintain soil health in the rice field ecosystem.

Name a bird that might feed on insects in a rice field.

• European Sparrow

• American Robin

• Common Kingfisher

• Bald Eagle

How do plants in the rice field get energy?

• By absorbing nutrients from the soil

• Plants in rice fields get energy through photosynthesis.

• From decomposing organic matter

• Through respiration

What is the relationship between rice plants and water?

• Rice plants do not require any water to survive.

• Water is harmful to rice plants.

• Rice plants grow best in dry conditions.

• Rice plants need water to grow and thrive.

Which animal is at the top of the food chain in a rice field?

• Birds of prey (e.g., hawks)

• Snakes

• Rats

• Frogs

Why is biodiversity important in a rice field ecosystem?

• Biodiversity leads to increased pest problems in rice fields.

• Biodiversity is irrelevant to the productivity of rice fields.

• Biodiversity reduces the need for water in rice fields.

• Biodiversity is important in a rice field ecosystem because it enhances resilience, improves soil health, and supports essential ecosystem services.