Locations surveyed for deep water algae with the submersibles (red) and remotely operated vehicle (yellow) in Hawaii.

Locations surveyed for deep water algae with the submersibles (red) and remotely operated vehicle (yellow) in Hawaii. The islands of Molokai, Maui, Lanai, and Kahoolawe form the Maui Nui island complex, and appear to have a similar deep water flora as compared to Oahu. Image courtesy of Deep Water Macroalgal Meadows 2004 Exploration, NOAA-OE

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