Human Impact and Conservation
Although the pelagic zone is far away from any landmass, it is not immune to human impact. Overfishing, pollution, climate changes, oil spills, coral bleaching, sea bed mining, and increased water tourism are known to negatively impact the pelagic zone and all the creatures that live in it.
Sustainable measures are thus necessary to protect these areas. Conservation efforts have been made to protect the pelagic zone by introducing Marine Protected Areas, regulating fishing, and also reducing pollution from adjacent landmasses. Proper research and awareness are also important to help protect the pelagic zone and its flora and fauna.
Pelagic Zone
The pelagic zone is the open ocean’s water column, which extends from the surface to the bottom. Another name for it is the wide ocean. The phrase “open sea” (pélagos) in Ancient Greek is where the word “pelagic” originates. The five depth zones that make up the pelagic zone each have unique marine life and environmental characteristics.
The pelagic zone consists of pelagic zone animals and plants. In this article, we will study the definition of the pelagic zone, the different layers of the pelagic zone, the flora and fauna found in the pelagic zone, the human impact, and its conservation.
Table of Content
- Definition of the Pelagic Zone
- What is Pelagic Zone?
- Sub-Zones of Pelagic Zone
- Flora of the Pelagic Zone
- Pelagic Zone Animals
- Human Impact and Conservation
- Conclusion: Pelagic Zone