
During the NA171 Mattingan expedition, we’re exploring the deep sea areas of the Mariana region- one of the most tectonically and volcanically dynamic places on the planet. This area is home to more than 60 submarine volcanoes and a back arc spreading center where new seafloor is created. There is a lot going on here, and keeping all of the different geological features straight can be tricky. Luckily, we have the help of some experts. Learn more through our blog: https://bit.ly/3Ffaedy
We’re diving in the freshly remapped Ahyi Seamount. The bathymetry here shows new seafloor since the 2022 NOAA survey with warm colors representing volcanic growth.