Definition: Marine sediment that accumulates within shallow regions of the oceanic basin close to continents, such as the continental shelf, or continental slope
Definition: An aquatic biome that comprises systems of open-ocean and unprotected coastal habitats, characterized by exposure to wave action, tidal fluctuation, and ocean currents as well as systems that largely resemble these. Water in the marine biome is generally within the salinity range of seawater: 30 to 38 ppt.
Definition: The marine benthic biome (benthic meaning 'bottom') encompasses the seafloor and includes such areas as shores, littoral or intertidal areas, marine coral reefs, and the deep seabed.
Definition: A group of species that exploit the same food resources, and/or use the same feeding or foraging methods. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guild_(ecology)
Known occurrences, collected specimens and observations of Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896. View this species on GBIF
Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896 Habitats
The environments in which many Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896 species are known to live. Select an environment to see its Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896 species checklist.
The environments in which many Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896 species are known to live. Select an environment to see its Opisthoteuthidae Verrill 1896 species checklist.