The South Atlantic is a part of the Atlantic Ocean located between South America to the west and Africa to the east. It extends from the equator in the north to the Southern Ocean in the south. This region is known for its diverse marine life and significant shipping routes that connect various continents. The South Atlantic includes several important bodies of water, such as the South Atlantic Ocean and the South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. It also features notable currents, like the Benguela Current, which influences the climate and ecosystems along the coasts of Namibia and South Africa.