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Argentina’s Deep Sea Is More Biodiverse Than Scientists Thought
11+ hour, 2+ min ago (648+ words) In a comprehensive expedition that examined deep-sea ecosystems offshore the entire length of Argentina, scientists discovered the largest-known Bathelia candida coral reef, chemically rich cold seep environments, and documented a rare phantom jellyfish. Video and photos available here. Buenos Aires,…...
Schmidt Ocean Institute Advances R/V Falkor (too)’s Mapping Capabilities
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (891+ words) Schmidt Ocean Institute reconstructs the bow of R/V Falkor (too), adds a high-performance Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) to its advanced technology suite, and reaches a major milestone: 2 million square kilometers of seafloor mapped to date. Video and photos available…...
Pioneering Study Unites Physics, Geology and Biology in Argentina’s Submarine Canyons
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (404+ words) Scientists map four submarine canyons and collect critical data on how underwater currents interact with the canyons, providing insights into the physical and chemical dynamics that support rich biodiversity in Argentina's waters. The expedition was led by Dr. Silvia Ines…...
Vibrant Coral Reefs Discovered in Historic Exploration of Uruguay’s Deep Sea
4+ mon, 4+ day ago (537+ words) On a groundbreaking expedition, scientists discovered bustling fields of deep coral reefs that are threatened globally and at least 30 potential new species, and visited the wreck of the ROU Uruguay for the first time. Palo Alto, California, USA " An international,…...
First High-Tech Exploration of Argentina’s Mar del Plata Canyon Inspires Millions
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (241+ words) Schmidt Ocean Institute's Remotely Operated Vehicle SuBastian shines light on an offshore canyon in Argentine waters nearly twice as deep as the Grand Canyon " capturing images and video of 40 suspected new species, coral fields, and a seastar that resembled a…...
New Coral Gardens and Hydrothermal Vents Found in the Icy Depths of the Remote South Sandwich Islands
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (1143+ words) An Ocean Census Flagship expedition and GoSouth team of scientists found suspected new species, discovered one of the island chain's shallowest hydrothermal vents, and explored the deepest trench in the Southern Ocean." Imagery available here Palo Alto, CA, USA " An…...
First Confirmed Footage of a Colossal Squid—and it’s a Baby!
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (1076+ words) One hundred years after its discovery, the colossal squid has been filmed alive in its environment for the first time by a team on board Schmidt Ocean Institute's R/V Falkor (too) in waters off the South Sandwich Islands. Video…...
Thriving Antarctic Ecosystems Found in Wake of Recently Detached Iceberg
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (286+ words) Scientists explore a seafloor area newly exposed by iceberg A-84; discover vibrant communities of ancient sponges and corals. The expedition was the first detailed, comprehensive, and interdisciplinary study of the geology, physical oceanography, and biology beneath such a large area once…...
Schmidt Ocean Institute Completes First Expedition To Antarctica
11+ mon, 1+ week ago (671+ words) R/V Falkor (too) successfully conducted a sea ice to seafloor transect in the Weddell Sea, livestreamed the polar seafloor worldwide. Video and photos available here. CONTACT: Kristen Kusek "[email protected], +1 (727) 692-6482 PUNTA ARENAS, Chile" After a year of preparing the ship…...