Upwelling Collection

Canoe fishermen in the waters off of Dakar
Senegalese artisanal fishermen are miles out to sea in the waters off of Dakar in a pirogue or canoe. With a warm upwelling and perfect nutrient conditions

Sea floor spreading, artwork
Sea floor spreading. Artwork showing three stages in the process of sea floor spreading. The process takes millions of years and it is the process by which the continents move over the Earth

Mantle convection, 3-D computer model
Mantle convection. 3-D computer model showing plumes of magma (dark grey) circulating within the Earths mantle. The heat that drives this convective process originates from the Earths core

Adult brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis) in breeding plumage bathing in seawater on Bartolome Island in
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

Adult Galapagos penguin (Spheniscus mendiculus) in the Galapagos Island Group, Ecuador
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

White-tipped Reef Sharks (Triaenodon obesus) foraging in the surf on Bartolome Island in the Galapagos Island Group
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

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Upwelling is a natural phenomenon where cold, nutrient-rich water rises from the depths of the ocean to the surface. This process brings essential nutrients to marine life and supports thriving ecosystems. Upwelling occurs along coastlines where winds push surface waters away, allowing deeper waters to replace them. This influx of nutrients fuels phytoplankton growth, which forms the base of the food chain for countless marine species. Upwelling zones are known for their abundance of fish and other sea creatures, making them prime locations for fishing and biodiversity studies. Understanding upwelling is crucial for maintaining healthy oceans and sustainable fisheries around the world. Next time you're by the coast, take a moment to appreciate this incredible natural process that sustains life beneath the waves.