Oysters, Sea Stars, and Lobsters Would Be Considered What Type

Question

Oysters, sea stars, and lobsters would be considered what type of organism?
A)phytoplankton
B)zooplankton
C)nekton
D)benthos
E)decomposers

Accepted Answer

Oysters, sea stars, and lobsters are all bottom-dwelling organisms, living on or in the ocean floor, which makes them part of the benthos community. Phytoplankton are tiny floating plant-like organisms, while zooplankton are tiny floating animal-like organisms. Nekton refers to free-swimming organisms such as fish and dolphins. Decomposers break down dead organic matter.