Sea Floor Collection

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. This whole Earth map is centred on the Greenwich meridian, at zero degrees latitude

Mariana trench sea floor topography
Mariana trench topography. Computer model of the topography of the region surrounding the Mariana trench (purple arc, lower centre) in the Pacific Ocean, the deepest point on Earth

Australia, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas

Green turtles (Chelonia mydas) resting on the seabed. This turtle is found in warm tropical waters

Three turtles swimming underwater. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Earth, topographic and bathymetric map. This map is centred on the Pacific Ocean, at longitude 140 degrees west

Africa, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are shown as ridges and flat areas. Southern Europe and the Middle East are also seen at top and upper right respectively

A diver attacked by an octopus (colour litho)
3097449 A diver attacked by an octopus (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A diver attacked by an octopus. Un Scaphandrier Attaque Par Une Pieuvre)

Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean
5309013 Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean)

A diver on the sea floor, 1850
3359184 A diver on the sea floor, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration of a diver on the sea floor. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean
5309012 Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lobster, a large marine crustacean)

A diver examining the wreck of the HMS Euridice, 1850
3359183 A diver examining the wreck of the HMS Euridice, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a diver examining the wreck of the HMS Euridice. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

American lobster, from a specimen in Eastport, Maine, 1880s. Hand-colored woodcut Digitally colored woodcut reproduction of a drawing

Edible shellfish in British waters (colour litho)
3630235 Edible shellfish in British waters (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edible shellfish in British waters)

A deep sea diver attacked by an octopus in Toulon harbour (colour litho)
2779834 A deep sea diver attacked by an octopus in Toulon harbour (colour litho) by French School

La Photographie Sous Les Flots (engraving)
2783291 La Photographie Sous Les Flots (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: La Photographie Sous Les Flots)

The Completion of the All-British Cable from Australia to Vancouver (b / w photo)
1601201 The Completion of the All-British Cable from Australia to Vancouver (b/w photo) by English Photographer

A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000 (chromolitho)
974597 A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000 (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A clearing in the Sargasso Forest in the year 2000)

Deep sea fauna (colour litho)
3630410 Deep sea fauna (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Deep sea fauna. Illustration from Meyers Konversations-Lexicon, c1895.); © Look and Learn

North America, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are also shown, as ridges and flat areas

Eurasia, topographic map. This map is centred on Russia, with Europe at centre left and East Asia at right

Coastal wildlife, artwork C016 / 7191
Coastal wildlife. Computer artwork showing the varying forms of wildlife found at different depths on a gently sloping Mediterranean coast, with an inset showing sand-dwelling life (lower right)

Asia, 3D artwork C015 / 6575
Asia. 3D computer graphic map of Asia and the surrounding sea floor in the Pacific and Indian oceans. Image based on cloud-free satellite imagery, digital terrain and bathymetry data

Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds C016 / 3727
Africa and Atlantic Ocean, with clouds. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on West Africa, generated using satellite and mapping data

The Americas, sea floor topography C016 / 3726
The Americas, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on the Americas, generated using satellite and mapping data

Stargazer fish half buried in the seabed. Stargazers (family Uranoscopidae) are venomous ambush predators that have eyes on the top of their heads

South America, topographic map. Highlands and lowlands of the continents are also shown, as ridges and flat areas

Hol Chan Marine Park, Ambergris Caye, Belize

Tiger Sharks (Galeocerdo cuvier) Northern Bahamas

Pock Marks discovered on sea floor

Brittle star, SEM
Brittle star (Amphipholis sp.), coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). A brittle star is a marine invertebrate that is related to starfish

Fish on a reef C014 / 2892
Fish on a reef. Triggerfish (family Balistidae) swimming over Acropora sp. coral on the sandy sea bed. Photographed in the Maldives

East Pacific Rise, topographic map
East Pacific Rise

Tree coral in Indonesia
A bright red tree coral, Dendronephthya sp. This lone coral is growing on an empty sea floor in South Maitara, Tidore, Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

Longspine waspfish C014 / 2949
Longspine waspfish (Paracentropogon longispinis) on the seabed. This venomous predatory fish is a type of scorpionfish. Photographed in the Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Granulated seastar C014 / 2934
Granulated seastar (Choriaster granulatus) on coral

Granulated seastar C014 / 2935
Granulated seastar (Choriaster granulatus) on coral

Australia and New Zealand, 3D artwork C015 / 6576
Australia and New Zealand. 3D computer graphic map of Australia and New Zealand, and the surrounding sea floor in the Pacific and Southern oceans

Europe, 3D artwork C015 / 6574
Europe. 3D computer graphic map of Europe and the surrounding sea floor in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. Image based on cloud-free satellite imagery, digital terrain and bathymetry data

Africa, 3D artwork C015 / 6573
Africa. 3D computer graphic map of Africa and the surrounding sea floor in the Atlantic and Indian oceans. Image based on cloud-free satellite imagery, digital terrain and bathymetry data

North America, 3D artwork C015 / 6571
North America. 3D computer graphic map of North America and the surrounding sea floor in the Pacific and Atlantic oceans

South America, 3D artwork C015 / 6572
South America. 3D computer graphic map of South America and the surrounding sea floor in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans

Prickly redfish sea cucumber C014 / 2921
Prickly redfish (Thelenota ananas) sea cucumber. Sea cucumbers are echinoderms and are related to starfish and sea urchins

Offshore gas extraction, artwork C017 / 8036
Offshore gas extraction. Computer artwork of an offshore drilling platform (oil rig) extracting natural gas from beneath the sea floor

Diver investigates tree coral
A diver investigates a lone tree coral, Dendronephthya sp. Growing on empty sea floor near South Maitara, Tidore, Halmahera, Maluku Islands, Indonesia

North-western Atlantic, oceanography data C016 / 3739
North-western Atlantic, oceanography data

North-western Atlantic, bathymetry model C016 / 3738
North-western Atlantic, bathymetry model. Cutaway block diagram of the north-western Atlantic Ocean, showing in exaggerated form the height of land terrain and the depth of the seabed

Atlantic Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3725
Atlantic Ocean, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of an Earth globe centred on the Atlantic Ocean, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3723
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, chlorophyll and bathymetry C016 / 3721
Indian Ocean, chlorophyll concentration and bathymetry with clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, satellite imaging data C016 / 3718
Indian Ocean, satellite imaging data. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, showing the various parameters that can be measured by satellite instruments

Indian Ocean, sea floor topography C016 / 3715
Indian Ocean, sea floor topography. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Sea-hare (Aplysia punctata) two adults, on sandy seabed, Worbarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Sea-hare (Aplysia punctata) adult, on sandy seabed, Worbarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Edible Oyster (Ostrea edulis) adult, on seabed, Swanage Pier, Swanage Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, june

Sea-hare (Aplysia punctata) adult, amongst eelgrass on sandy seabed, Worbarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Sand Brittlestar (Ophiura ophiura) adult, on sandy seabed, Worbarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Sea pens (Virgularia sp.). The sea pen is a colonial organism related to sea feathers. Photographed in Bali, Indonesia

Dahlia anemone (Urticina felina). The dahlia anemone inhabits north Atlantic waters. It feeds on fish and crustaceans which are caught and stung by its tentacles

Giant cuttlefish mating
Giant cuttlefish (Sepia apama) mating. During copulations the male places his spermatophore (a capsule containing sperm cells) in a pouch under the females mouth

Crinoid on coral
Crinoid, or featherstar, on coral. Crinoids feed by filtering food particles from the water using their feathery arms, the hairs of which pass food to a central mouth

Broadclub cuttlefish about to lay eggs
Broadclub cuttlefish (Sepia latimanus) female preparing to lay eggs in fire coral (Millepora sp.)

Pharaoh cuttlefish reproduction
Pharaoh cuttlefish (Sepia pharaonis) reproduction. Male pharaoh cuttlefish (bottom) protecting a female (top) while she lays her eggs

Common octopus (Octopus vulgaris) hunting on the sea floor. A grouper fish (lower right) is waiting for prey that might escape

Seamoth, or short dragonfish (Eurypegasus draconis) camouflaged on the seabed. This fish is found inhabiting bays and lagoons from the Indian Ocean to the Central Pacific

Splendour wrasse and longbarbel goatfish. Banded splendour wrasse (Cheilinus fasciatus, top) following a feeding longbarbel goatfish (Parupeneus macronema)

Bluespotted ribbon ray (Taeniura lymma). This ray is found in the Indo-West Pacific region and feeds on molluscs, worms, shrimps, and crabs. It grows to a maximum length of around 70 centimetres

Splendour wrasse and Red Sea goatfish. Abudjubbes splendour wrasse (Cheilinus abudjubbe, top) following a feeding Red Sea goatfish (Parupeneus forsskali)

Juvenile star puffer (Arothron stellatus) foraging on a seafloor. Photographed in Bali, Indonesia

Scorpionfish (order Scorpaeniformes) on the seabed. This fish uses camouflage and ambush techniques to hunt its prey

Whitespotted puffer feeding on a starfish
Whitespotted puffer (Arothron hispidus) feeding on a comb starfish (Astropecten polyacanthus). Photographed in Bali, Indonesia

Abudjubbes splendour wrasse (Cheilinus abudjubbe) resting on the seabed. This fish, which grows to lengths of 28 centimetres, is found in areas with sandy seabeds in the Indo-Pacific region

Female leopard sharks (Triakis semifasciata). Pregnant female leopard sharks in a shallow bay. This shark is found in the coastal waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean

Black-spotted porcupinefish (Arothron hystrix) inflating itself. The porcupinefish swallows water to inflate itself as a form of defence from predators

Male sergeant major (Abudefduf saxatilis) guarding a females eggs. This fish is usually silver with black bars, but the colour of the male changes to blue when it is guarding the eggs

Painted frogfish on sponges. Juvenile painted frogfish (Antennarius pictus) on yellow sponges. Photographed off Rinca Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia

Upside-down jellyfish (Cassiopea andromeda). This jellyfish usually lies on the sea-bed with its mouth and tentacles facing upwards, as seen here

Ancient sea bed in a cliff. Cross section of a cliff face, revealing an ancient sea bed. Photographed in Cornwall England

Spotted hermit crab (Dardanus megistos) in a shell. Photographed off Manado, Sulawesi, Indonesia

Allied cowrie on a reef
Allied cowrie (Ovula ovum) on a reef. Cowries are sea snails that cover their shell with a mantle, which is coloured and textured to match the host organism

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"Exploring the Hidden Depths: Unveiling Earth's Mysterious Sea Floor" Dive into the depths of our planet with topographic and bathymetric maps, revealing the intricate landscapes that lie beneath the ocean's surface. From the Mariana Trench sea floor topography to Australia's diverse underwater terrain, witness nature's breathtaking artistry. Amidst this aquatic wonderland, graceful green turtles gracefully glide through crystal-clear waters. Three turtles swimming underwater create a mesmerizing spectacle, showcasing their elegance in harmony with their marine surroundings. The juxtaposition of Earth's terrestrial and aquatic realms is showcased by contrasting topographic maps of Africa and Australia. These maps highlight how landforms seamlessly transition into vast oceans, reminding us of our planet's interconnectedness. Venturing further below, we encounter captivating encounters between humans and marine creatures. Witness a diver engaged in an intense battle with an octopus in Toulon harbor - a testament to both the beauty and unpredictability of life undersea. Intriguingly, even British waters hold hidden treasures as depicted by edible shellfish thriving amidst vibrant colors captured in lithographs. The rich biodiversity found within these coastal regions reminds us of nature’s abundance just beyond our shores. Finally, immerse yourself fully in this enchanting world through "La Photographie Sous Les Flots, " an engraving capturing the magic experienced when exploring beneath the waves. This artwork transports us to another realm where wonders await those who dare to venture below sea level. The sea floor holds countless secrets waiting to be discovered; it is a testament to Earth’s complexity and resilience. Let us continue exploring its mysteries while cherishing its fragile beauty for generations to come.