A fish species known for its success in the aphotic zone would likely NOT have which of the following characteristics?
A)symbioses with photosynthetic organisms
B)highly developed chemoreception
C)adaptations for burrowing
D)adaptations for sit-and-wait predation

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The aphotic zone refers to the deep, dark ocean depths where photosynthesis cannot occur due to lack of sunlight. Therefore, a fish species adapted to this zone would not have adaptations that rely on photosynthetic organisms, such as symbioses with them. Choices B, C, and D are all adaptations that would be advantageous for a fish species living in the aphotic zone.

A Fish Species Known for Its Success in the Aphotic