Antarctic krill, which occurs in large swarms, needs the Antarctic sea ice for its development. But the steady warming of water in the area between South Georgia and the Antarctic Peninsula has led to a major change in the sea ice regime there, causing problems for...
The polar bear which died during the examination was a male. Svalbard authorities are now investigating the case and are awaiting further information on the case. Picture: Governor of Svalbard via www.newsbeezer.com Despite their popularity, our knowledge on polar...
Many of the stations in Antarctica have been in existence for decades. Due to the climatic conditions, it is therefore not unusual for substances to have been deposited in the surrounding soil as a result of weathering. Image: Dr Michael Wenger Antarctica was never...
Humpback whales are known for their sophisticated hunting and feeding strategies. In particular, setting nets of air bubbles to capture fish and herd them to the surface is one of the most interesting strategies of these giant marine mammals. Another feature that...
The diversity of life in Antarctica is influenced by many factors, including its inhabitants, penguins and elephant seals. Researchers from the Free University of Amsterdam have found that these two groups of animals around their colonies promote biodiversity much...
