High-resolution in situ imaging reveals size-specific moonlight responses in zooplankton diel vertical migration

Key Points

• Diel vertical migration of zooplankton is influenced by moonlight, showcasing size-specific responses.
• Key evidence indicates that larger zooplankton exhibited a more pronounced migration pattern under moonlight conditions.
• In situ imaging techniques were employed to observe the direct effects of moonlight on zooplankton behavior.
• These findings highlight the importance of environmental light cues for the survival of various zooplankton species.