In marine biology, the neritic zone, also called coastal waters, the coastal ocean or the sublittoral zone, refers to that zone of the ocean where sunlight reaches the ocean floor, that is, where the water is never so deep as to take it out of the photic zone.

What is found in the neritic zone?

The neritic zone refers to a section of the ocean that has a depth of about 660 feet, which is a height just slightly above the edge of the continental shelf. In marine biology, this zone offers a stable environment with sufficient sunlight for marine life such as fish, corals, and plankton.

What is the climate like in the neritic zone?

The neritic zone extends from the coast to the end of the continental shelf around all the coasts of the world. It has a stable climate with high oxygen content, plentiful sunlight, and consistent salinity. ... Northern neritic zones are also flourishing with sea life, including sea otters, whales, and the giant octopus.