Plankton Acoustic Monitoring System

The Plankton Acoustic Monitoring System uses specialized underwater microphones, called hydrophones, to listen to and record the sounds produced by plankton, tiny marine organisms crucial to ocean ecosystems. By analyzing these sounds, scientists can identify different plankton species, monitor their populations, and understand their behavior and distribution. This system provides a non-intrusive, real-time method to study plankton dynamics, which are essential for assessing ocean health, tracking changes in marine environments, and supporting sustainable fisheries. It helps scientists gather vital ecological information that is otherwise difficult and time-consuming to obtain through traditional sampling methods.