International Waters' Deep Sea Stunning Biodiversity
Fans of deep sea biodiversity, it’s your lucky day because this highlight video is over thirteen minutes of some of the best sights spotted during our H1993 dive of the NA153 expedition to explore the deep seas near Johnston Atoll. Whether you’re especially interested in crustaceans like the “weird” Polychelidae slipper lobster or passionate about deep sea fishes like the rattfish and halosaur, this video will certainly deliver.
Enjoy an extra large and thick bamboo coral taller than ROV Hercules, translucent pink sea cucumber, and even a deep sea lava tunnel spotted on the rocky seafloor. Spot Gorgonocephalus basket stars, a juvenile Chaunocops anglerfish, and bright red stalked crinoids and enjoy some gorgeous views from both ROV Hercules and ROV Atalanta as it oversees Herc explore the seafloor. Fans of the Venus flytrap sea anemone (Actinoscyphia aurelia) and Anthomastus sp. mushroom corals don’t worry, you’re also covered! Explore this wonderful region beyond US national jurisdiction but close to the Pacific Remote Island Marine National Monument with us and let us know which sighting is your favorite!
Deep Sea Biodiversity & Ancient Seamount Exploration near Johnston Atoll
In August 2023, we will return to the Central Pacific for 27 days of exploration within the Johnston Atoll Unit of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument (PRIMNM), starting and ending in Honolulu.
