Abyssopelagic zone

Abyssopelagic zone

Abysso' literally means 'no bottom'. This zone of the ocean begins 4000 m below the surface of the ocean and extends down to the sea floor. This zone is home to a variety of unique critters that are specially adapted to the inhospitable conditions that these depths create. Visit the Abyssopelagic Zone on OceanLink to learn about life in the abyss.

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