* Size: The Gulf of Mexico covers an area of approximately 600,000 square miles (1,554,000 square kilometers). It is the largest gulf in the world.
* Depth: The average depth of the Gulf of Mexico is around 4,200 feet (1,280 meters). The deepest point in the gulf is the Sigsbee Deep, which is 13,412 feet (4,089 meters) deep.
* Location: The Gulf of Mexico is located between the North American mainland and the Yucatán Peninsula. It is bordered by the states of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas in the United States, as well as the Mexican states of Tamaulipas, Veracruz, Tabasco, Campeche, and Yucatán.
* Climate: The Gulf of Mexico has a subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average temperature in July is around 84 degrees Fahrenheit (29 degrees Celsius), while the average temperature in January is around 62 degrees Fahrenheit (17 degrees Celsius).
* Marine Life: The Gulf of Mexico is home to a wide variety of marine life, including fish, shrimp, crabs, oysters, and dolphins. The gulf is also home to several species of endangered sea turtles, including the Kemp's ridley sea turtle and the loggerhead sea turtle.
* Economic Importance: The Gulf of Mexico is an important economic resource for the United States and Mexico. The gulf is a major source of fish and seafood, and it is also a major shipping route. The gulf is also home to several oil and gas rigs.
* Environmental Issues: The Gulf of Mexico faces a number of environmental challenges, including pollution, overfishing, and climate change. The Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010 was a major environmental disaster that caused widespread damage to the gulf's ecosystem.
