1. Relating to or living in the open sea, away from the coast or sea floor
Pelagic fish species migrate across ocean basins.
As espécies de peixes pelágicos migram através das bacias oceânicas.
2. Pertaining to the oceanic zone that is not close to the bottom or shore
Pelagic ecosystems support diverse marine life.
Os ecossistemas pelágicos apoiam uma vida marinha diversa.