nekton (Meaning)
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nekton (n)
the aggregate of actively swimming animals in a body of water ranging from microscopic organisms to whales
Synonyms & Antonyms of nekton
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nekton Sentence Examples
- Nekton, organisms capable of swimming against currents, includes tuna and sharks.
- The nekton in the ocean plays a vital role in the food chain.
- Studying the distribution and abundance of nekton provides insights into marine ecosystem health.
- Nekton is an important food source for seabirds and marine mammals.
- Overfishing can deplete nekton populations, disrupting marine food webs.
- The diversity of nekton in tropical waters is much higher than in polar regions.
- Nekton is often caught using fishing nets and traps.
- Technological advancements have enhanced our ability to track and monitor nekton populations.
- The nekton community in coral reefs is typically dominated by fish species.
- Conservation measures are crucial to protect nekton populations from overexploitation and habitat degradation.
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the aggregate of actively swimming animals in a body of water ranging from microscopic organisms to whales
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No antonyms found.
Nekton, organisms capable of swimming against currents, includes tuna and sharks.
The nekton in the ocean plays a vital role in the food chain.
Studying the distribution and abundance of nekton provides insights into marine ecosystem health.
Nekton is an important food source for seabirds and marine mammals.
