Are shrimp secondary consumers

Shrimp can be classified as secondary consumers, but this depends on the specific type of shrimp and its diet. Many shrimp species are omnivorous, feeding on both plant and animal matter, including small fish and plankton. In certain aquatic food webs, they may consume primary consumers like zooplankton, thus acting as secondary consumers. However, some shrimp species can also be primary consumers if they primarily feed on algae or plant material.