Ring of Fire 2006 Expedition. Diving at NW Rota-1 Brimstone Pit. Anemones, a sea-pen, perhaps small corals, and a lone snail in an iron-oxide stained hydrothermally altered area. Hydrothermal fluids covering the area give a hazy view of the seafloor.

Image ID: expl1301, Voyage To Inner Space - Exploring the Seas With NOAA Collect
Photo Date: 2006 April 26 031300
Credit: Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire 2006 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program

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