Microscopic presentation: Why is it so interesting?

May 29, 2013 - PRLog -- Concealed to the human eye, planktons are extremely tiny animals that live in the water body of the ocean or better, they are the building blocks of the majestic ocean. Consisting out of small animals and plants, they stand at the bottom of the food chain in the ocean. Especially the Phytoplankton is important as it provides about 40-70% of the total amount of oxygen produced on our planet. On every Saturday, the Eco Centre reveals this mysterious world of plankton to our guests through a highly enthralling microscopic presentation.

The presentation starts at 18:00hrs, an hour after collecting plankton at the Rasdhoo Channel. The catch would contain plankton with an average size of 200 micrometers, and when placed under the high definition microscope, it shows us a magnified view of this tiny organism, that would go unnoticed to the naked eye. Our Resident Marine Biologist paints a more vivid picture as she tells the story of the major types of plankton that resides in the vast sea: “Plankton might be small and invisible to the naked eye but without it, we human beings wouldn`t be here on this planet!” says our Resident Marine Biologist as she highlights the fact that these small creatures were the first to produce oxygen and therefore started a new chapter in the history of this planet.

The hidden world of the submarine sand is also another audience-captivating presentation that delves deeper into the ‘Mesopsammon’. These small animals mark the sand as their natural habitat, and they are known as the natural scavengers of the ocean, feeding on rotting, decaying matter in the sea. The Eco Centre also features this presentation twice a month letting you discover what you have never even imagined before.

Learn more about the amazing world underwater at the Eco Centre (http://www.kuramathi.com/environment/ecocentre.html) with our Resident Marine Biologist. You wouldn’t want to miss this opportunity to flaunt your new found knowledge to envy your friends back home!

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An emerald jewel in the turquoise Maldivian waters, Kuramathi is a stunning island retreat with acres of luxuriant vegetation surrounded by spectacular beaches tapering into an endless sandbank. Villas blend contemporary design and nature, and are set on the beach, amongst lush gardens or over water. Four poster beds, open-air bathrooms, rainfall showers or Jacuzzi, large outdoor decks with inviting daybeds or sun loungers, are just some of the creature-comforts enjoyed by our guests. Dining options are diverse with many restaurants, bars and great-value all inclusive packages (http://www.kuramathi.com/dining/allinclusive.html), topped off with Maldivian service – welcoming, genuine and friendly.

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