Anton Dohrn Seamount, Submerged mountain in North Atlantic Ocean, Scotland
Description
Anton Dohrn Seamount is a submerged mountain located in the Atlantic Ocean west of Scotland. It rises from the ocean floor with a distinctive flat summit positioned roughly 600 meters below the surface.
History
The seamount was discovered in 1958 during a scientific expedition and named after German biologist Anton Dohrn. This discovery contributed to mapping the ocean floor landscape off the Scottish coast.
Culture
The seamount functions as a research site for marine scientists studying deep-sea coral ecosystems and underwater geological formations.
Practical
Access to this underwater formation requires research vessels and specialized equipment due to its location about 200 kilometers west of the Scottish coast. Visits are typically restricted to scientific and professional fieldwork.
Did you know?
The area contains cold-water coral reef systems that thrive at extreme ocean depths and provide habitats for specialized marine organisms. These delicate ecosystems are protected to preserve their scientific and biological importance.
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