The Southern Ocean comprises the southernmost waters of the World Ocean, generally taken to be south of 60°S latitude and encircling the continent of Antarctica. It is also known as the Great Southern Ocean, the Antarctic Ocean, and the South Polar Ocean. It is the fourth-largest of the five principal oceanic divisions of the world. The Southern Ocean is partially covered in sea ice, the extent of which varies according to the season. The Southern Ocean has typical depths of between 4,000 and 5,000 meters with only limited areas of shallow water. Its greatest depth is measured at 7,236 meters at the southern end of the South Sandwich Trench, at 60°00'S, 024°W. Fauna of Southern Ocean consists of Squid, whales, seals, krill, various fish and 17 species of penguins.
Images of Southern Ocean
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