Neuston

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Definition of Neuston:
Those organisms associated with the water surface, where they are supported by surface tension. Most neuston require very still water surface and is therefore very restricted in the sea.[1].
This is the common definition for Neuston, other definitions can be discussed in the article

References

  1. Dobson M. and Frid C. (1998). Ecology of aquatic systems. Addison Wesley Longman Limited: Edingburgh, (England). p222