The Tiny Heroes: How Drifting Crustaceans Fight Climate Change
The Tiny Heroes: How Drifting Crustaceans Fight Climate Change In the depths of our oceans, a silent army of tiny, drifting crustaceans is emerging as an unexpected hero in the battle against climate change. Zooplankton, which includes copepods, the tiniest of crustaceans, are now under the scientific spotlight at the University of Exeter. Researchers believe these unassuming creatures could be the key to locking away vast amounts of carbon in the ocean, potentially slowing down the effects of climate change. The Unsung Heroes of Our Oceans Copepods, although barely visible to the naked eye, are believed to play a crucial role in carbon storage. These small but mighty organisms are abundant in our oceans and are thought to be the most numerous multi-celled creatures on Earth. Their contribution to our planet's carbon cycle is now being recognized as potentially monumental. Storing Carbon in the Deep Researchers from the University of Exeter have recently secured funding from the Na...