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Tidal flat production

These clips are part of Wadfilm (Tidal flat production) that was released in 2018 with subtitle: How to survive on the boarder of water and land. NIOZ is one of the partners who has made this production possible. Wadfilm was conceived, developed and made by Ruben Smit, filmmaker, ecologist and tv-presenter. 

Fish migration to the rich Wadden Sea

APR 2018 | In Spring all kinds of fish come to the nutrient-rich marine realm. Millions of larvae are in search of shells, worms and other small animals to eat.

Spring migration of the Knots

APR 2018 | In Spring, Knots gain weight, fat that will be burned during the long non-stop flights between wintering area and the Arctic breeding area.

Herald of Spring

APR 2018 | When the seawater hits the 10 degrees celsius, it is a sign for the mussel to 'spawn'. A female mussel can lay a million eggs at once.

Benthic diatoms, the basis of the food chain

MAR 2018 | Benthic diatoms form the basis of the food chain for many grazing benthic animals. They multiply massively in Spring.

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