New Findings on the Salish Sea
A Unique and Diverse Ecosystem
Salish Sea Overview
The Salish Sea is a marginal sea of the Pacific Ocean located in the Canadian province of British Columbia and the US state of Washington. It is an inland sea that encompasses Puget Sound, the San Juan Islands, and the waters off of Vancouver, BC.
Over the course of the next 12 years, a total of 15 feet of sea level rise is expected to wash ashore in the area around Vancouver Island, a network of waterways called the Salish Sea. This rise in sea level is due to a combination of factors, including climate change and the melting of glaciers.
The Salish Sea is a complex network of coastal waterways located in the Pacific Northwest of North America, encompassing regions of British Columbia and Washington State. It is home to one of the most diverse assemblages of marine species in the world, including whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, and salmon.
This abundant marine life is made possible by the Salish Sea's unique geography and oceanography. The sea is relatively shallow, with an average depth of only about 100 meters. This allows sunlight to reach the bottom of the sea, which supports a diverse array of plant life. The Salish Sea is also home to a number of nutrient-rich upwellings, which bring cold, nutrient-rich water to the surface, further supporting marine life.
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