What does benthos mean?
The community of organisms that live on, in, or near the seabed, including plants, animals, and microorganisms. This term is often used in marine biology to describe the organisms that live in the benthic zone.
Example
"The benthos in the coral reef was teeming with life, including colorful fish and coral polyps."
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