DEEP SEARCH 2017
By Wetland and Aquatic Research Center
2017 (approx.)
Detailed Description
AUV Sentry captured this image of an extensive bacterial mat (white areas) at the Pea Island B site. The bacteria thrive off of gases that seep up through the seafloor.
Sources/Usage
Image courtesy of DEEP SEARCH 2017, NOAA-OER/BOEM/USGS