An aquatic animal that obtains food by straining suspended particles, such as plankton or detritus, from the water using specialized feeding structures. They play a key role in nutrient cycling and maintaining water clarity in their ecosystems.
An aquatic animal that obtains food by straining suspended particles, such as plankton or detritus, from the water using specialized feeding structures. They play a key role in nutrient cycling and maintaining water clarity in their ecosystems.