Whittard Canyon, Submarine canyon off the coast of Ireland
Whittard Canyon is a series of underwater valleys located around 250 miles southwest of Ireland.
The canyon was named after Frederick John Whittard, a British marine geologist.
Whittard Canyon is less known to the general public compared to terrestrial canyons.
Due to its deep-sea location, Whittard Canyon is primarily a site for scientific exploration rather than tourism.
This underwater canyon system features complex habitats, including cold-water coral mounds and deep-sea vents.
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