What type of food do sea cucumbers eat?

Sea cucumbers are detritivores, meaning they feed on dead organic matter found on the ocean floor. This includes:

* Sediment: Sea cucumbers ingest large amounts of sediment, extracting any organic material like decaying plants, algae, and animal remains.

* Detritus: This refers to any decomposing organic matter like fallen leaves, dead animals, and feces.

* Microscopic organisms: They also consume microscopic organisms like bacteria and algae found in the sediment.

They have a unique way of feeding, using their tentacles to collect food particles and bring them to their mouths.