Difference between pelagic and demersal fish

Difference Between Pelagic And Demersal Fish (Pelagic & Demersal Zone)

By Russell BowyerPosted in FunTagged Difference between pelagic and demersal fish8 Comments

To understand the difference between pelagic and demersal fish, it’s best to first understand what each of these terms mean. The pelagic zone is the zone near to the surface in deep water. Whereas the demersal zone is near to the sea bed.

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