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Joanna Klink, from “On Diminishment”, The Nightfields

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Some of our favorite deep-sea moments of the year—in stunning 4K

From undulating worms and pulsing jellies to vibrant corals and wide-eyed fishes, dive in with us to see some of the most spectacular moments captured by MBARI’s remotely operated vehicle (ROV) Ventana in stunning ultra high-definition 4K. These fascinating finds underscore the dazzling diversity of life in the deep.

MBARI’s continued development of innovative ocean technology allows our researchers to explore the largest, and least explored, habitat on the planet—the deep sea. Our work is revealing our close connection to the ocean. We hope the imagery and data that we collect can guide resource managers and policymakers in their decision-making about the ocean and inspire the public to speak up for protecting marine life and the ecosystems they call home.

We invite everyone to join us on this journey of exploration, science, and stewardship.

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YAHYA ABDUL-MATEEN II by Brad Ogbonna for Essence, July/August 2021

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Pompeii and Amalfi Coast -- 2024

Etsy

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daphne's blessing 🌿

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sea, swallow me

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Jia Li (Chinese, b.1964), Summer Light, 2015, Watercolor on paper

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Assortment of National Geographic Scans

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by 阿玫小酱当当囧

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Jericho Brown

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Hanif Abdurraqib, A Little Devil in America: Notes in Praise of Black Performance

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June 20, 1944 source

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by Aart Beijeman

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Japanese geisha, actress and singer Sadayakko (or Sada Yacco) as Ophelia. Photographed in 1905.

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Kim Addonizio, “Blue Door”, Tell Me

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Esfehan, Iran 2006 

Yassi Khanoom

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crocus bed

by Denny Bitte