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Kōrero: Fiords

Vertical distribution of life in the fiords

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Vertical distribution of life in the fiords

Although the fiords are as deep as 100–400 metres, most animals live in the top 40 metres. This narrow band supports a rich assemblage of animals, including species such as black and red corals, which usually live only in deep water.

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by Simon Hayes

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Paddy Ryan, Fiords – A unique environment, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/mi/diagram/6335/vertical-distribution-of-life-in-the-fiords (accessed 25 June 2026).

He kōrero nā Paddy Ryan, i tāngia i te 2 March 2009.