Atlantic neuston
Description (English)
The interface between air and sea water of the Atlantic Ocean and associated seas, inhabited by communities of minute or microscopic organisms.
Source: EUNIS habitat classification
Quick facts
| EUNIS habitat type | code MH12 |
|---|
Vegetation types
Relation to vegetation types (syntaxa)
Not availableSpecies mentioned in habitat description
Not available
Other classifications
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 2007 (revised descriptions 2012) | A7.1 | Neuston | narrower |
History
| Classification | Code | Habitat type name | Relationship type | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200410 | A7.1 | Neuston | same | |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200308 | A7.1 | Neuston | same | |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 200202 | A7.1 | Neuston | same | |
| EUNIS Habitat Classification 199910 | A7.51 | Neustal zone | same |
