Historical map errors and optical illusions created phantom islands for centuries. Australian scientists aboard the Southern Surveyor debunked Sandy Island in 2012. This phantom island persisted on maps due to administrative and historical errors. Deep water sonar mapping is crucial for accurate ocean floor representation. Direct exploration remains vital for correcting digital mapping databases.
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