INTO THE
DEEP
Discover the depths of the ocean and the mysteries it holds
Sunlight Zone
The Sunlight Zone is the uppermost layer of the ocean, extending from the surface to about 200 meters deep. It is well-lit by sunlight, allowing photosynthesis to occur, which supports a diverse range of marine life.
5 – 30cm
Tropical fish
These colorful fish live near coral reefs and feed on algae and small crustaceans
60 – 180cm
Sea turtle
Sea turtles come to the surface to breathe and swim throughout the water columns
2cm – 2m
Jellyfish
These gelatinous creatures float with the currents and capture their prey with their tentacles.
Zone Mésopélagique
200 – 1000m
Sunlight is beginning to fade. Many animals here use bioluminescence to communicate and hunt.
Bioluminescence
90% of the creatures in this area produce their own light for hunting and communication.
Freezing temperature
The water temperature drops to between 5°C and 12°C, forcing species to adapt to the permanent cold.
Extreme pressure
The pressure reaches 100 atmospheres, or 100 times that of the surface.
Increasing darkness
Less than 1% of sunlight penetrates here, creating a permanent twilight.
Bathypelagic zone
1000 – 4000m
No more sunlight. The temperature drops and the pressure increases. The creatures are adapted to total darkness.
20cm – 1m
Deep-sea Anglerfish
Its mesmerizing light attracts its prey into the depths.
15 – 30cm
Vampire squid
It feeds on organic matter falling from the upper waters.
30 – 60cm
Viperfish
Formidable predator with sharp teeth and an extensible jaw.