The Pelagic Zone is the part of the ocean that is not near the coast or the sea floor. It covers the vast open water areas and is divided into different layers based on depth, such as the epipelagic (sunlit) and mesopelagic (twilight) zones. This zone is home to a variety of marine life, including fish, whales, and plankton, which play crucial roles in the ocean's ecosystem.
In the Pelagic Zone, organisms are adapted to life in open water, often exhibiting unique features for swimming and feeding. For example, many species, like tuna and sharks, are fast swimmers, while others, like jellyfish, drift with currents. The Pelagic Zone is vital for global climate regulation and supports many commercial fisheries.