Pelagic
(adjective)
- Living in or relating to the open ocean or deep sea.
- Living or occurring in the open sea as opposed to coastal or inland waters.
Origin:
The word "pelagic" comes from the greek word "pelagos" meaning "the open sea" or "the deep". it is used to describe creatures or organisms that live in the open ocean or deep sea.
Examples:
- The pelagic fish migrate annually to breed.
- Pelagic sharks are found in deep waters.
- Pelagic birds are adapted to life in the open ocean.
- Pelagic turtles are found far from shore.
- Pelagic animals are adapted to live in the open ocean.