Chukchi Shelf

The Chukchi Shelf is a submerged continental shelf located in the Arctic Ocean, off the northwestern coast of North America, primarily off the coast of Alaska. It extends from the Chukchi Sea into the Arctic Ocean and is named after the Chukchi people, who are indigenous to the region. The shelf is characterized by shallow waters, typically less than 200 meters deep, and is rich in biological diversity, including various marine species that are adapted to the harsh Arctic environment.