This image shows the topography of the Okeanos Explorer Seamount.

Seamounts Named to Honor NOAA and Partners’ Role in Ocean Exploration

Three seamounts in the Pacific Ocean now bear names honoring the contributions to science made by NOAA and its partners in ocean exploration during a campaign led by the NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research.

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National Intern Day 2020
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At least 11 dogfish sharks were observed feeding on this recently deceased Atlantic swordfish.
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A diver’s view looking up to the opening of Amberjack Hole.
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