This report provides an overview of the Bering Sea , a critical, high-latitude marine ecosystem separating Alaska (USA) and Siberia (Russia). Known for its immense productivity and extreme conditions, it is a vital ecological, economic, and cultural resource. 1. Geography & Climate Spans roughly 2.3 million km2k m squared

The sea features a dramatic contrast: the northern/eastern areas are shallow (continental shelf < 100 meters), while the southwestern area is deep basin (up to 13,440 feet).

C), resulting in extensive sea ice that advances from the Arctic in winter and retreats in summer.

, bounded by Alaska to the east, Russia to the west, the Aleutian Islands to the south, and the Bering Strait to the north, which connects it to the Arctic Ocean.