Now, after years of exploration and research, Zealandia is officially recognized as Earth’s eighth continent. A related study, published in the journal Tectonics, provides further insights into Zealandia’s geological formation and offers a deeper understanding of the region’s tectonic movements. “This work completes offshore reconnaissance geological mapping of the entire Zealandia continent,” the researchers said, referring to the extensive effort that finally delivered a comprehensive map of this submerged landmass. Mapping Zealandia: A Technological FeatMapping Zealandia has been no small feat. The research teams also worked with data gathered from satellites and oceanic platforms to create high-resolution maps that illustrate Zealandia’s geological features.