What producers are found in the Arctic?

* Phytoplankton: Microscopic algae that drift in the water column and are the foundation of the Arctic food web.

* Zooplankton: Tiny animals that graze on phytoplankton and are eaten by larger animals.

* Nekton: Free-swimming animals such as fish, seals, and whales.

* Benthos: Organisms that live on or in the bottom sediments, including seaweeds, clams, and worms.

* Ice algae: Algae that grow on the underside of sea ice and provide food for a variety of animals, including polar bears and seals.