Ganges Offshore Delta

The Ganges delta is the site of the largest discharge of sediment into the world ocean. Approximately approx 200 million people live proximal to the delta, in association with valued wildlife species.

These preliminary mappings of the offshore delta zones aim to progress habitat, fisheries and sediment transport studies. Since the data is being updated regularly, apply to dbSEABED for the most up-to-date coverages.

Graphics (L to R): Suspended sediment plumes (also georegistration points from data entry); mud contents (%) in sampled bottom sediments; dominant bottom textures for fisheries applications (dated Aug 2013).