Location: The Red Sea is located between Africa and Asia, and it is connected to the Indian Ocean by the Bab el-Mandab Strait. The Mediterranean Sea is located between Europe, Africa, and Asia, and it is connected to the Atlantic Ocean by the Strait of Gibraltar.
Size: The Red Sea is about 2,250 kilometers (1,400 miles) long and 355 kilometers (220 miles) wide at its widest point. The Mediterranean Sea is about 3,800 kilometers (2,400 miles) long and 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles) wide at its widest point.
Depth: The Red Sea has a maximum depth of 2,250 meters (7,380 feet), while the Mediterranean Sea has a maximum depth of 5,267 meters (17,280 feet).
Salinity: The Red Sea is one of the saltiest seas in the world, with a salinity of about 41 parts per thousand (ppt). The Mediterranean Sea has a salinity of about 38 ppt.
Temperature: The Red Sea is generally warmer than the Mediterranean Sea, with average temperatures ranging from 22 to 32 degrees Celsius (72 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit). The Mediterranean Sea has average temperatures ranging from 13 to 28 degrees Celsius (55 to 82 degrees Fahrenheit).
Marine Life: The Red Sea is home to a diverse array of marine life, including coral reefs, fish, and dolphins. The Mediterranean Sea is also home to a variety of marine life, but it is not as diverse as the Red Sea.
Importance to Humans: The Red Sea and the Mediterranean Sea have been important trade routes for centuries. They are also popular tourist destinations.