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Area (km2) | 12026 |
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Maximum water depth (m) | 8872 |
Selected by experts as part of the Northern Mariana trench
This is part of the Northern Mariana Trench included in Japan’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ). It is highly distinctive for its trench ecosystem at depths of 6000m and more (Fujikura et al., 2008).
Northern Mariana Trench
* This is the species list of which meet the criteria. In that matter, this list does not include all species that inhabit the individual area.