Oceans May 2026

: The smallest and shallowest, located around the North Pole. Layers of the Deep

: Bordered by Africa, Asia, and Australia, it is a key region for marine biodiversity. Oceans

: The second largest, stretching between the Americas and Europe/Africa. : The smallest and shallowest, located around the North Pole

: Surrounding Antarctica, it is the newest named ocean and known for its cold, harsh environment. : The smallest and shallowest

Oceans cover roughly 71% of Earth's surface and hold about 97% of the planet's total water. This massive, interconnected body of salt water is the primary life support system for our planet, providing approximately half of the world's oxygen and absorbing over 25% of human-induced carbon dioxide emissions. The Five Major Oceans