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Deep-Sea Habitats of the Cook Islands

October 1 – 21, 2025
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Sonar Mapping
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Update
That's a wrap on the 2025 expedition season as we begin our transit back to Rarotonga! Thank you to all who joined us for NA176, hour final cruise exploring the benthic communities of the Cook Islands. If you just can't get enough of our exploration, be sure to check out our highlight clips and follow us on social media. See you all in 2026!
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Waters of the Cook Islands
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