+Benthos refers to the diverse [Organisms](/wiki/organisms) that live on, in, or near the bottom of a body of water, from shallow shores to the deepest [Ocean](/wiki/ocean) trenches. These bottom-dwelling creatures play a crucial role in nutrient cycling and serve as a fundamental food source within aquatic environments.
+## See also
+- [Marine Life](/wiki/marine_life)
+- [Deep Sea](/wiki/deep_sea)
+- [Ecosystem](/wiki/ecosystem)
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