Question

distinguish between biota of the pelagic and benthic zones of the ocean with example (answer in 150words)​

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Answer

Benthic zone includes the rooted submerged plants and animals. The animals like crabs, fishes, prawns, and lobsters will remain on the bottom of the oceanic layer. In Pelagic zone plants in the form of rooted microalgae. ... The mackerel, sardine, tuna are the commonly found fish species in the zone.