What is another word for zooplankton?
Pronunciation: [zˈuːplaŋktən] (IPA) 
Zooplankton refers to small, drifting organisms found in aquatic environments, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers. These tiny creatures play a crucial role in the food chain, serving as prey for larger animals and consuming smaller organisms themselves. Some synonyms for zooplankton include nekton, water fleas, copepods, krill, and jellies. Nekton refers to free-swimming aquatic animals, including fish, squid, and whales. Water fleas are tiny crustaceans that feed on algae and bacteria, while copepods are small crustaceans commonly found in both freshwater and oceanic environments. Krill are small, shrimp-like creatures that are essential in the diet of many larger marine animals, and jellies are free-floating, gelatinous organisms found in oceanic waters.
