Image of the day
Phytoplankton blooms in the northern Atlantic Ocean
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Biodiversity
Ocean
Water Colour
Location: Atlantic Ocean
Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-3 imagery
This image, captured by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-3 satellites on 4 June 2023, shows phytoplankton blooms painting vibrant streaks off the coasts of France and Britain.
These tiny powerhouses silently run the Earth's ecosystems, producing about half of the world’s oxygen. They serve as the foundation of the marine food web and support the survival of countless marine organisms.
The data provided by the Copernicus Sentinel satellites provide an invaluable contribution to the studying and monitoring of water quality and marine life.
