Where Does Smooth Oreo Live?

Smooth Oreo lives in specific habitats. Knowing where to look helps you find and identify it.

Where to find Smooth Oreo

Water type

saltwater

Depth

Typically found at depths of 400 to 1600 meters (1,300 to 5,200 feet), occasionally shallower or deeper.

Environment

Benthopelagic, inhabiting continental slopes, seamounts, and oceanic ridges. Prefers cold, stable deep-water environments.

Geographic range

Widely distributed in the Southern Hemisphere, including waters off New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, and South America (e.g., Chile, Argentina).

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