marine food web

A marine food web describes the complex network of feeding relationships among various ocean organisms. It begins with phytoplankton, tiny plants that use sunlight to produce energy. Small fish and zooplankton eat these plants, while larger fish consume the smaller ones. Predators like seals, sharks, and even whales sit at the top of this web. Each species plays a role in maintaining balance, illustrating how energy flows through the ecosystem. Disruptions, such as pollution or overfishing, can have significant impacts, affecting not just individual species but the entire ocean environment.