This is how most people imagine Antarctica: white and pristine. But appearances are deceiving, because human influence can also be found deep in the snow and ice. (Photo: Dr Michael Wenger) Antarctica is considered one of the last untouched and wildest regions on...
Pollutants find their way into polar regions in a variety of ways. Some of them are transported by air and water, some have been there for a long time and have been polluting the environment ever since. Photo: Heiner Kubny Pollution is also increasing in the Arctic...
Orcas are the top predators in the world’s oceans. These intelligent and adaptable marine mammals have adapted to a wide range of food sources and locations. Animals are also on the hunt in the Arctic every year, be it for fish, whales or seals. But the...