The image shows a phenomenon called “Von Kármán vortices.” These are vortex patterns that form when a fluid (such as air or water) flows past a solid object or when it moves in a certain manner. In this case, the vortices are forming in the Caribbean Sea, likely caused by interactions with ocean currents and other physical conditions.
These patterns are named after Theodore von Kármán, who studied fluid dynamics and vortex formations. The swirling motion of the water creates these distinctive, repeating spiral patterns seen in the image. They are often captured from satellite imagery or aerial photos when the conditions are right.