The unique marine ecosystem surrounding Macquarie Island

Macquarie Island's marine ecosystem, spanning approximately 478,000 km² within Australia’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), is a thriving biodiversity hotspot despite its harsh Sub-Antarctic environment. This study highlights the unique properties of the waters surrounding the island, emphasizing its role as one of the world's recovering wild places. The research underscores the significance of Macquarie Island's geoheritage and undersea features, which support a multitude of marine life. While Australia holds sovereign rights over this area, it also carries the responsibility to conserve and manage it for humanity. The study contributes to understanding the ecological dynamics and resilience of this unique marine ecosystem.

Cresswell, I. D., Bax, N. J., Constable, A. J., Reid, K., & Smith, A. D. M. (2023). The unique marine ecosystem surrounding Macquarie Island. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.7623378