planktonens
Planktonens is a term used in marine biology and speculative literature to describe a diverse, functionally defined group of planktonic microorganisms. The name derives from plankton and the suffix -ens to indicate a plural, non-taxonomic assembly. In this usage, planktonens are treated as a conceptual grouping that emphasizes ecological roles rather than phylogenetic relationships.
Description: Planktonens vary from a few micrometers to several hundred micrometers in size and range from
Habitat and distribution: They are reported throughout the world's oceans, from nutrient-rich coastal zones to oligotrophic
Ecology and role: Planktonens occupy a central position at the base of planktonic food webs. They participate
Taxonomy and status: Planktonens are not an officially recognized taxonomic group. They are described as a