Cobb Seamount, Submarine volcano in the Pacific Ocean
Cobb Seamount is an underwater mountain formed by volcanic activity.
It was discovered in 1950 by mariners who noted disruptions in water currents.
This geological feature is named after marine geologist John Shewen Cobb.
The summit, teeming with marine life, is a popular site for deep-sea fishermen and oceanographers.
Cobb Seamount's ecosystem hosts unique species, some found nowhere else on Earth.
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Location
undersea landform
GPS coordinates
46.73333,-130.78333
Latest update
August 31, 2026 15:01
