US National Monument: Rose Atoll Marine National Monument - American Samoa (2009)

Rose Atoll Marine National Monument is a protected area located in American Samoa, declared by President George W. Bush in 2009.

It is the southernmost point of the USA and the only US Marine National Monument in the South Pacific.

The Monument encompasses 8,609 square miles of land and sea, within which lies the Rose Atoll, a pristine coral atoll.

The Monument contains some of the most diverse and abundant marine life in the world, including large populations of sharks, rays, and tuna.

Visitors can explore the Monument by boat, kayak, or paddle board and can observe the abundant marine life.

The Monument also contains a diverse array of coral reef habitats, including lagoons, patch reefs, and deep-water reefs.

The Monument is home to numerous bird species, including the black-footed albatross and the red-footed booby.

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