Plankton are the unsung heroes of planet Earth.
Passive drifters through the world’s seas, oceans, and freshwater environments, most are invisible or very small, but some are longer than a whale.
They are the global ocean’s foundation food, supporting almost all oceanic life, and they are also vitally important for land-based plants, animals, and other organisms. Plankton provides an incomparable look at these remarkable creatures, opening a window on the elegance and grace of microscopic marine life.