Phytoplankton: Microscopic algae that drift in the water column and serve as the primary producers in the Red Sea ecosystem.
Zooplankton: Small animals that feed on phytoplankton, including copepods, krill, and other microscopic organisms.
Red Sea Fan: Filter-feeding animals that use their fan-shaped tentacles to capture zooplankton from the water column.
Fish: Various species of fish prey on red sea fans, including angelfish, butterflyfish, and wrasses.
Larger Predators: Sharks, dolphins, and other large marine predators feed on fish that eat red sea fans.
Decomposers: Bacteria and other organisms break down dead red sea fans and other organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.