Zooplankton like copepods aren’t just fish food—they’re carbon-hauling powerhouses. By diving deep into the ocean each winter ...

A tiny, obscure animal often sold as aquarium food has been quietly protecting our planet from global warming by undertaking an epic migration, according to new research. These "unsung heroes" called ...

A tiny, obscure animal often sold as aquarium food has been quietly protecting our planet from global warming by undertaking ...

A new study in collaboration with BAS scientists reveals for the first time that zooplankton migration contributes ...

A new study has revealed that small but mighty zooplankton—including copepods, krill, and salps—are key players in the ...

Tiny ocean zooplankton play a massive role in trapping carbon deep below the surface, offering a hidden buffer against ...

Not much attention is paid to plankton because these creatures are usually hidden from sight. They are mostly microscopic in size and live in aquatic environments, but human lives are intricately ...

Virtually all protein in aquatic ecosystems comes from plankton. Some are used as supplements, such as or from krill or copepods.

A plan to restore fish passage in the Blackstone River still faces obstacles over funding and questions over working with ...

Weedy seadragons are not the only species with highly engaged fathers. Male seahorses, emperor penguins, silverback gorillas, and arctic wolves are just some of the dads that deserve an extra special ...

The river roars in the heat of the summer. The water is clear and cool, and a respite from the high sun. An angler leans back ...