Amazing Facts About The Great Plankton Migration

Amazing Facts About The Great Plankton Migration.

The great plankton migration is one of the largest and most essential migrations on Earth, occurring daily in the vastness of the oceans. Known as the diel vertical migration, billions of planktonic organisms, including tiny plants (phytoplankton) and animals (zooplankton), move between deep and surface waters.

As night falls, plankton ascend to the ocean's surface to feed on nutrients and sunlight, forming the base of the marine food web. During the day, they retreat to deeper waters, avoiding predators like fish and whales. This daily movement supports marine ecosystems by providing nourishment for countless species, from small fish to massive whales.

The plankton migration is not just vital for marine life; it plays a significant role in carbon cycling, helping to regulate the Earth's climate. Learn about this fascinating natural phenomenon that sustains life in our oceans and ensures the health of our planet’s ecosystem!

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50% of the earth's oxygen? That's incredible!

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Wow, had no idea that Plankton produced so much oxygen!