The 'Sea sparkle' exhibition at ARTIS-Micropia invites visitors to explore Noctiluca scintillans, the captivating microalga. This special organism is renowned for creating the eerie blue glow sometimes seen in ocean waters on warm summer nights. Learn about its distinct feeding habits, discover the intricate process of bioluminescence, and understand its role in marine ecosystems, including connections to red tides. This unique presentation offers insights into the microscopic world that shapes our oceans.
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Discover 'Sea sparkle' (Noctiluca scintillans), a microalga responsible for the eerie blue glow sometimes seen in ocean waters on warm summer nights. This exhibition at ARTIS-Micropia delves into the fascinating biology of this single-celled organism, its unique feeding habits, and the phenomenon of bioluminescence.
ARTIS-Micropia presents 'Sea sparkle,' an exhibition dedicated to Noctiluca scintillans, a single-celled microalga known for its remarkable ability to produce a blue glow. On warm summer nights, this organism can illuminate coastlines and ship wakes, creating a dazzling natural display. Resembling a balloon with a tentacle, Noctiluca scintillans is a dinoflagellate that blurs the lines between plant and animal due to its unique survival strategies; it does not photosynthesize like most algae but instead consumes plankton and other organic particles. The exhibition explores the chemical reaction behind its bioluminescence, involving luciferin and luciferase, which is triggered by physical disturbance. Visitors will also learn about the connection between sea sparkle blooms and 'red tides,' caused by the abundance of its red algae food source, which can color coastal waters. The exhibition invites visitors to learn more about this fascinating microorganism, which can be observed at ARTIS-Micropia alongside other intriguing microbes.
You can see sea sparkle at ARTIS-Micropia. For visiting information and ticket prices, please refer to the ARTIS website.
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