Step Into The Oceanic Twilight Zone

Step into the Twilight Zone. The disphotic zone of the ocean, that is. The oceanic Twilight Zone, which starts about at 600 feet deep and extends to about 3,300 feet, is called that because only a small amount of light penetrate the water at this level. Plants do not grow here, but strange animals are abound, as this fantastic video clip by the BBC's Nature Microworlds show:

Hit play or go to Link [YouTube]


Commenting is closed.

We hope you like this article!
Please help us grow by sharing:

Get Updates In Your Inbox

Free weekly emails, plus get access
to subscriber-only prizes.

We won't share your email. You can cancel at any time.


Email This Post to a Friend
"Step Into The Oceanic Twilight Zone"

Separate multiple emails with a comma. Limit 5.

 

Success! Your email has been sent!

close window
neat stories? Like us on Facebook!
Close: I already like you guys!