Because of these limitations, we use different map projections to represent the Earth, depending on the needs of the presenter.
I think it's very interesting how map projections often have one or more disadvantages. It's very telling of how intricate Earth and geography is.
The first major distinction is between the pelagic and benthic zones. The pelagic zone refers to the water column, where swimming and floating organisms live. The benthic zone refers to the bottom, and organisms living on and in the bottom are known as the benthos.
Is there a word for organisms that reside within both pelagic and benthic zones?