- Phytoplankton are primary producers, forming the base of the food web.
- Herbivorous zooplankton consume phytoplankton.
- Krill consume both phytoplankton and herbivorous zooplankton.
- Carnivorous zooplankton consume phytoplankton and herbivorous zooplankton.
- Fish consume krill and carnivorous zooplankton.
- Squid consume krill.
- Other birds consume krill and carnivorous zooplankton.
- Leopard seals consume fish, squid, and other birds.
- Other seals consume fish and krill.
- Penguins consume fish and squid.
- Elephant seals consume squid.
- Baleen whales consume krill and herbivorous zooplankton.
- Smaller toothed whales consume fish and squid.
- Sperm whales consume squid.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of food chains and food web worksheets.
