Ox Bel Ha, Mexico

Ox Bel Ha is one of the largest underwater caves in the world. The length of their explored junctions is more than 256.5 km, and the depth of the cave is 37 meters in some places. The karst cave was discovered in 1996 and has the numerous entrances. At present the scientists know the position of 140 entrances into the cave. This code is not final, however, since the research of the cave still lasts.

According to the version of the scientists, the formation of the cave began 18,000 years ago. As a result of climate change on Earth, the level of the ocean has increased. For thousands of years the water has poured out the limestone, which has led to the formation of unique underwater landscapes. Currently the scientists have examined more than 80 cave junctions. It should be noted that the geological formations are unique in different areas of the cave, due to the unique flow combination.

Almost all Ox Bel Ha runs are under the water. Some underground currents are directly connected with the Caribbean. At present the divers have studied about 100 km of the underground galleries. It was found that these great underground currents affect the formation of landflora and fauna. The variety of exotic plants and animals in the coastal regions is due to the subterranean underground caves. Next - Gouffre Berger