Certain species of which one of the following organisms are well known as cultivators of fungi?

1. A. Ant
2. B. Cockroach
3. C. Crab
4. D. Spider

Answer: A

Explanation

The ant–fungus mutualism is a symbiosis seen between certain ant and fungal species, in which ants actively cultivate fungus much like humans farm crops as a food source. Leafcutter ants use leaves as their fertilizer to grow their crop: fungus. They cultivate their fungal gardens by providing them with freshly cut leaves, protecting them from pests and molds, and clearing them of decayed material and garbage. In return, the fungus acts as a food source for the ants’ larvae.