Roughly 90% of the ocean is taken up by the deep sea—any ocean area below 200 meters (656 feet) in depth—making it one of the largest ecosystems on the planet. These cold, dark waters contain extensive marine biodiversity, uniquely adapted to extreme conditions, yet humans have explored only a tiny fraction of this crucial environment.
Marine Biologist Says Deep Sea Is a Fragile Lifeline That Must Be Protected
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