Tauihu
Tauihu, also known as the Great Barrier of the South, is a prominent geological feature located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is a vast underwater ridge that stretches approximately 1,000 kilometers in length and is situated between the Chatham Rise and the Campbell Plateau. The ridge is characterized by its steep, rugged topography, with depths ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 meters below sea level. Tauihu is believed to have formed millions of years ago as a result of tectonic activity, specifically the subduction of the Pacific Plate beneath the Australian Plate.
The ridge plays a significant role in oceanography and marine biology. It serves as a barrier to
Tauihu's name is derived from the Māori language, reflecting the cultural significance of the feature to the