ecosystem (IMAGE) The University of Hong Kong Caption An example of deep-sea soft sediment ecosystem. Credit Photo credit: NOAA OER and Ocean Exploration Trust; A. Thurber camera loan. Courtesy of Lisa Levin Usage Restrictions N/A License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.