Glossary Element  nekton

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English term nekton
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French necton
English definition swimming organisms that are able to move independently of water currents (opp. plankton). These include most fish, mammals, turtles, sea snakes, and aquatic birds.
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French organismes aquatiques capables de se déplacer sans suivre les courants. (Contraire : Plancton.)