1) Consuming and controlling the large population of phytoplankton and zooplankton
Sea gooseberry controls the population size of phytoplankton and zooplankton especially during the spring when algae starts blooming (Willis, 2013).
2) Species indicator
Shifts in the environment, especially like temperature, water quality and other ecological changes can be measured by the rate of Pleurobrachia bachei abundance. Such indicators ensure the health and safety of marine ecosystems (GIbbons et al., 2003).
3) Research interest
Scientists that study the sea gooseberry will have a better insight and comprehension on the physiology, behavior and ecology of the organisms. Aside from that, this knowledge aids in broadening our understanding of the marine ecosystem (Cowles et al., 2013).
4) Nutrient cycling
Pleurobrachia bachei consume smaller organisms and releases nutrients into water bodies through excretion. This contributes to the cycling of essential elements in underwater environments (Cowles et al., 2013).
