Fungi
Fungi are not as widely present in places that are dry such as the African Savanna. Where Fungi are present they grow on trees and help to decompose them.(http://classroom.synonym.com/decomposers-live-savannas-24064.html)
Termite(Coptotermes Formosanus)Termites aerate surrounding soil, allowing more water to penetrate. Many plants rely on Termite mounds for nutrition. The grass that grows on these mounds provides food for grazing animals. Termites are a key piece in the African Savanna's ecosystem.(http://www.sciencemag.org/news/2010/05/termites-help-build-savanna-societies)
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African Land Snail(Achatina Fulica)African Land Snails range from 3-8 inches long. African Land Snails are very invasive and consume a variety of plants. The African Land Snail has adapted small spikes on its tongue to grap food more easily.(http://www.snail-world.com/african-giant-snail/)
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African Dung Beetle(Family Scarabaeidae)
The African Dung Beetle eats dung left from many different animals. These Beetles dig holes and put the dung in them. Dung is a great fertilizer and helps provide nutrition for the savanna soil.(http://safari-ecology.blogspot.com/2011/10/dung-beetles.html) Dung Beetles have adapted and gained the strength to roll 50 times their body weight.(http://theanimalfacts.com/insects-spiders/dung-beetle/)