Deep-Sea Fish: How They Survive Extreme Ocean Pressure Without Being Crushed
Deep-sea fish avoid crushing by not having gas-filled spaces, such as swim bladders or lungs. This lack of gas helps them withstand high pressure. They produce trimethylamine oxide (TMAO) to stabilize proteins under pressure. Piezolytes also strengthen their cell membranes, enabling them to survive in deep ocean environments. Additionally, deep-sea fish might lack swim bladders, … Read more



