Seasonal metatranscriptomics of microeukaryote plankton in the Southern Bight of the North Sea
This dataset comprises metatranscriptomic sequences derived from marine microeukaryotic plankton samples collected over a one-year period from the Southern Bight of the North Sea. The region represents a temperate coastal environment, characterized by distinctive seasonal patterns influenced by various abiotic factors, biotic interactions, and human activities. These sequences were generated to unravel the seasonal phenological and metabolic dynamics of the coastal microeukaryotic plankton community. Analyses focus on capturing key shifts in biodiversity and functional richness throughout the year, emphasizing the metabolic traits of dominant taxonomic groups. Additionally, this dataset provides insights into spatial variations due to the convergence of oceanic and estuarine waters. The sequences present in this archive are valuable for researchers as metatranscriptomic temporal snapshots of microeukaryote plankton ecosystem dynamics.