Seamount
A seamount is a mountain rising from the ocean seafloor that does not reach to the water's surface (sea level), and thus is not an island. These are typically formed from extinct volcanoes, that rise abruptly.
Connected Sites
| Site | Rationale | Link |
| Papahanaumokuakea | ||
| Phoenix Islands | ||
| Surtsey | Former seamount |
Suggestions?
Do you know of another WHS we could connect to Seamount?
A connection should:
- Not be "self evident"
- Link at least 3 different sites
- Not duplicate or merely subdivide the "Category" assignment already identified on this site.
- Add some knowledge or insight (whether significant or trivial!) about WHS for the users of this site
- Be explained, with reference to a source