Basalt rocks covered by raining sediment. Appears to have sparse life in this area but look closely and many marine life forms are apparent.

Image ID: expl0829, Voyage To Inner Space - Exploring the Seas With NOAA Collect
Location: California, Davidson Seamount
Photo Date: 2002 May 18
Credit: NOAA/Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Category: Ocean exploration/

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