Articles | Volume 22, issue 9
https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-22-2181-2025
https://doi.org/10.5194/bg-22-2181-2025
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06 May 2025
Research article |  | 06 May 2025

Modeling the contribution of micronekton diel vertical migrations to carbon export in the mesopelagic zone

Hélène Thibault, Frédéric Ménard, Jeanne Abitbol-Spangaro, Jean-Christophe Poggiale, and Séverine Martini

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Micronekton significantly impact oceanic carbon transport yet are often overlooked. Using a trait-based model, we simulated their diel vertical migrations and carbon production, revealing size, taxonomy, light, and primary production as key factors. In temperate regions, micronekton greatly influenced the transport efficiency in summer. Future research must focus on micronekton metabolism and dynamics, considering global warming and their potential exploitation.
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