Sea Levels Collection

19th century chart of ocean currents
Chart of ocean currents. The direction of the currents is marked by arrows.There are 17 major surface ocean currents. They circulate water around the world affecting the movement of energy

A French seaman discovering Samphire, 1850
3478497 A French seaman discovering Samphire, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a French seaman discovering Samphire)

Common glasswort (Salicornia europaea) growing on regenerated saltmarsh habitat, Abbotts Hall Farm Nature Reserve, Essex, England, UK, July

View of regenerated saltmarsh landscape around Abbots Hall Farm Nature Reserve at high tide, providing both a rich wildlife habitat and greater flood protection from sea level rise, Essex, England

Saltmarsh at twilight, with lights of Bradwell-on-Sea in the background, Abbotts Hall Farm Nature Reserve, Essex, England, UK, July 2011

The Flooded Earth with High Sea Levels C014 / 2089
This is an artists impression of a possible Earth of the future. The polar caps have melted, and sea levels have risen around the globe by tens of metres

Futuristic city, artwork
Futuristic city. Artwork of a shuttle flying through a city with high water levels, possibly caused by global warming

Coloured sea level map showing La Nina event
La Nina event. Coloured satellite map of the Pacific Ocean showing a La Nina event (purple). This image was taken on 11 July 1998

Drowned city. Conceptual computer artwork of buildings beneath the sea, flooded by rising sea levels

Prehistoric sea level map, Europe
Prehistoric sea level map. Published in 1913, this map shows changes in rivers and drainage patterns with sea level changes in Western Europe in prehistoric times (40, 000 to 100, 000 years ago)

Global warming, composite image
Global warming. Composite image of a house destroyed by the sea as a result of rising water levels. Rising sea levels are one result of global warming

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Sea levels have long been a subject of fascination and concern, as evidenced by a 19th-century chart depicting ocean currents. Today, the impact of climate change on sea levels is becoming increasingly evident, with places like Tuvalu facing the imminent threat of submersion. However, amidst these challenges, there is hope for regeneration and resilience. The sight of common glasswort thriving in regenerated saltmarsh habitats reminds us of nature's ability to adapt and recover. Abbots Hall Farm Nature Reserve offers a breathtaking view of this rejuvenated saltmarsh landscape during high tide. As twilight sets in, the lights of Bradwell-on-Sea shimmer in the background, creating an ethereal ambiance that highlights both the beauty and vulnerability of coastal ecosystems. Tuvalu serves as a stark reminder that climate change is not just an abstract concept but a pressing reality. The repeated mention emphasizes the urgency we face in addressing this global crisis before it further threatens vulnerable nations like Tuvalu. Understanding sea levels requires acknowledging their historical patterns while also recognizing how human activities are altering them today. By taking action against climate change now, we can ensure a sustainable future where coastlines remain intact and communities thrive.