Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
demersal
Adjective
/dɪˈmɜːrzəl/
Definition
Describing fish or other aquatic organisms that live and feed on or near the bottom of a body of water.
Examples
- Cod and haddock are examples of demersal fish.
- The study focused on demersal species that impact the marine food chain.
- Demersal habitats are crucial for many aquatic ecosystems.
Meaning
Demersal refers to species that inhabit the sea floor, usually found in oceans, lakes, or rivers, and often form part of the ecosystem located at the bottom.
Synonyms
- Bottom-dwelling
- Seafloor
- Benthic
