Abyssopelagic zone

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The Abyssopelagic zone is located between 4000 and 6000 meters deep. The temperature is near freezing, and the pressure is incredibly high. Marine life in this zone includes sea spiders, tube worms, and some species of octopuses. The abyssal zone is one of the most extreme environments on Earth, and it is home to some of the most unique and bizarre creatures in the ocean.

Synonyms:
Abyssal zone
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