Euphausiacea (Noun)
Meaning
Small commonly luminescent crustaceans; important element of marine plankton: krill.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Euphausiacea, also known as krill, play a vital role in the marine ecosystem by serving as a primary food source for various aquatic animals.
- Studies have shown that changes in euphausiacea populations can significantly impact the marine food chain.
- In the Antarctic, euphausiacea species are abundant and serve as a primary source of nutrition for many marine animals, including whales and seals.
- Euphausiacea are characterized by their bioluminescence and are often used as an indicator species to monitor ocean health.
- The distribution and abundance of euphausiacea are sensitive to environmental factors and can provide valuable insights into oceanic conditions.