Gulf of Mexico - Wikipedia
The coastal areas along the Southern U.S. states of Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, which border the Gulf on the north, are occasionally referred to as the "Third Coast" of …
Gulf of Mexico / Gulf of America - Encyclopedia Britannica
Oct 16, 2025 · Gulf of Mexico / Gulf of America, partially landlocked body of water on the southeastern periphery of the North American continent. It is connected to the Atlantic Ocean …
The Gulf of Mexico or America? - Vivid Maps
Feb 15, 2025 · The Gulf of Mexico has a new name - but only in the US. Discover why Trump's executive order changed this historic name to 'Gulf of America' and how different countries are …
11 Geographic Facts About the Gulf of Mexico - ThoughtCo
May 11, 2025 · Learn facts about the Gulf of Mexico's history and exploration, economy and natural resources, geography, and biodiversity.
The Gulf of Mexico | The History and Original Names | Mexican …
The Gulf of Mexico is a partially enclosed body of water bordered by Mexico, the island of Cuba, and the USA. It connects to the Atlantic Ocean via the Straits of Florida and to the Caribbean …
Where Is the Gulf of Mexico? 11 Facts You Should Know
In this guide, we explain exactly where the Gulf of Mexico is and what its boundaries are, and we include a Gulf of Mexico map so you can see a visual of it. To complete your Gulf of Mexico …
Gulf of Mexico - New World Encyclopedia
This partially landlocked body of water, an indentation in the southeastern coast of North America, served as an avenue for discovery, exploration, and settlement of the southern and western …
The Gulf of Mexico: Mexico's Marine Frontier | LAC Geo
Sep 15, 2025 · The Gulf of Mexico, known as Golfo de México throughout Latin America, encompasses 1.6 million square kilometers (615,000 square miles) of ocean that has shaped …
Gulf of Mexico facts: Body of water home to shipwrecks, ancient …
Jan 30, 2025 · The Gulf of Mexico basin formed some 300 million years ago, according to the National Parks Service. Its shallow waters became a natural habitat for many kinds of marine life.
11 Things You Might Not Know About the Gulf of Mexico
Nov 4, 2016 · As the largest gulf in the world, the Gulf of Mexico has long played a significant role in the economy and ecology of the United States—and beyond. Here are a few things about …