Publications
The Ocean Census Expedition Awards are now open
The Ocean Census Expedition Awards provide support to taxonomists, biodiversity and community scientists who wish to take part in an existing expedition onboard a research vessel.
28/05/25
New Coral Gardens and Hydrothermal Vents Found in the Icy Depths of the Remote South Sandwich Islands
An Ocean Census Flagship expedition and GoSouth team of scientists found suspected new species, discovered one of the island chain’s shallowest hydrothermal vents, and explored the deepest trench in the Southern Ocean.
15/05/25
First Footage of Live Juvenile Colossal Squid – filmed on the Ocean Census expedition to the South Sandwich Islands
In an astounding moment for ocean science, a juvenile colossal squid has been captured alive on camera for the first time in its natural habitat.
15/04/25
PRESS RELEASE: The Ocean Census Discovers Over 800 New Marine Species
The largest global mission to discover ocean life reveals over 800 newly discovered marine species.
10/03/25
Fire and Ice: Why Explore the Antarctic Waters Around the South Sandwich Islands?
In one of the most isolated regions on Earth, the Antarctic waters of the South Sandwich Islands’ are among the ecosystems that have been least studied globally.
25/02/25
9 Incredible Arctic Deep Sea Animals Found on the Ocean Census 2024 Expedition
The enigmatic depths of the Arctic deep sea, are a realm where extraordinary animals have evolved to survive one of the planet’s harshest environments.
30/08/24 The largest global mission to discover ocean life reveals over 800 newly discovered marine species.
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