Glossary: Epipelagic

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Epipelagic

Definition:

Associated with the surface layer of a water body (e.g. sea or lake).

Source: FAO Fisheries Glossary

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Epipelagic fishes live or feed on surface waters or at midwater to depths of 200 m.

Source: GreenFacts, based on FishBase Glossary

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