The honey possum (Tarsipes rostratus) is a tiny Australian marsupial that feeds entirely on nectar. Which of the following terms describes the role of a honey possum in its ecosystem?

A. Primary producer
B. Secondary carnivore
C. Herbivore
D. Detritivore
E. Primary carnivore


Answer: C

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