Antarctica Collection (page 100)

Imperial Shag also called King Shag, blue-eyed Shag, blue-eyed Cormorant (Phalacrocorax atriceps or Leucarbo atriceps) in a huge rookery. Adult with chick in nest

Striated Caracara (Phalcoboenus australis) or Johnny Rook, considered as very intelligent and curious, one of the rarest birds of prey in the world. South America, Falkland Islands, January

Falkland or Brown Skua or Subanarctic Skua (Stercorarius antarcticus, taxonomy in dispute). South America, Falkland Islands, January

Falkland Flightless Steamer Duck (Tachyeres brachypterus) or Logger, an endemic duck of the Falklands. Male with orange, female with green beak. South America, Falkland Islands, January

Ice Shelf, Antarctica. Emporer Penguins. Panoramic Composite

Southern Ocean, Antarctica. Sea Ice and Golden Water at Sunset

Antarctica. Close up of an iceberg with icicles

Antarctica. Adelie Penguin nurses an egg

Lemaire Channel, Antarctica. Close-up of an iceberg with reflection

South Georgia Island, Antarctica. Two southern elephant seals square off

Antarctica. A pair of gentoo penguins touching beaks

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Close-up of an Adelie Penguin. High Key, Soft Focus

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Young Emperor Penguin chick swimming for the first time

Half Moon Island, Antarctica. Chinstrap Penguin Calls Out

Cape Wahington, Antarctica. An Emperor penguin chick calls out, wings outstretched

Neko Harbour, Antarctica. Gentoo Penguin standing in the water

South Geoprgia Island, Antarctica. Southern Baby Elephant Seal rests up-side-down on the snow

Southern Ocean, Antarctica. Sunlight reflecting off the water and Sea Ice

Southern Ocean, Antarctica. Close-up of a Weddell Seal

Cape Washington; Antarctia; Emperor penguin chick walks with its head down

Grandidier, Antarctica. Sea Ice and the Antarctic Sun

Southern Ocean, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica. Image of a blue Iceberg

Neko Harbour, Antarctica. Gentoo Penguin strolling down a penguin channel

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Emporer Penguins on the move. High Key, soft focus

Snow Hil, Antarctica. Close-up of Emperor penguin. High Key

Neko Harbour; Antarctica. A Weddell Seal swims past two gentoo penguins standing on an iceberg

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Close-up of an Emperor penguin chick against a dark sky

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. Brown Bluff. Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) chick

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. Neko Harbor. Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) colony. Penguin chick

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. Paradise Harbor. Snowy mountains

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. South of the Antarctic Circle. near Adelaide Island

Snow Hill, Antarctica. Emporer Penguin. High Key

Antarctica. Gentoo penguin scratches its head

Cape Washington, Antarctica. Clode-up of Emporer Penguin Chicks. High Key, soft focus

Antarctica. Adelie Penguin sits on an egg. Black and White with vignette border

Antarcita. Colorful Iceberg and Sea Ice

Antarctica. Close-up of an artistic pattern in an iceberg

Antarctica. Artistic open arch in an iceberg

Antarctica. Close-up of an iceberg

Antarctica. Antarctic Peninsula. Gerlache Strait. Iceberg with suncups, where the sun has melted the surface

Icebreaker
The cutter Bear, used by US admiral Richard Byrd on an expedition to the South Polar regions. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Whaling Vessel
circa 1930: A whaling ship plunges through the waves during an Antarctic trip, dragging the carcasses of several whales behind it. (Photo by General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Young Gentoo Penguin -Pygoscelis papua-, moulting, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

King Penguins -Aptenodytes patagonicus- swimming, South Georgia, South Atlantic, Antarctica

Crabeater seal -Lobodon carcinophagus-, Paradise Bay, Graham Land, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Chinstrap penguin -Pygoscelis antarctica-, preening, Antarctica

Emperor penguin -Aptenodytes forsteri- with chicks, shelf ice, ice shelf, Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Western Rockhopper Penguin -Eudyptes chrysocome-, Falkland Islands, South America, Subantarctic

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Antarctica, the land of icy wonders and untamed beauty. A place where explorers like Captain Robert Falcon Scott braved treacherous conditions to uncover its secrets. As we delve into the history of this frozen continent, we find ourselves captivated by its fascinating tales. In 1775, Captain James Cook set foot on Antarctica's untouched shores, paving the way for future expeditions. Fast forward to the early 20th century, and we witness Captain Scott in his workshop aboard Terra Nova, meticulously preparing for his groundbreaking journey. The iconic image of a Frys Cocoa Advert featuring Captain Scott reminds us of the enduring spirit that drove these brave men forward. They were fueled not only by their determination but also by their love for this extraordinary land. As we explore further, a map unfolds before our eyes – adorned with illustrations depicting sea gulls soaring above vast ice sheets while penguins waddle along its frigid coastline. Elephant seals bask lazily under the Antarctic sun as tiny shrimp thrive beneath the frozen depths. Gazing at a satellite image capturing Earth at night, we realize just how isolated and pristine this continent truly is. Its remoteness makes it an ideal sanctuary for unique wildlife such as Emperor Penguins tending to their fluffy chicks in the Weddell Sea. Transporting ourselves back in time to 1911, Edward Wilson's artwork depicts sledging across endless white plains – an arduous yet awe-inspiring endeavor undertaken by those who dared venture here. The Wandering Albatross gracefully glides over open oceans surrounding Antarctica - a majestic sight that symbolizes freedom amidst desolation. With wings spanning wide and black feathers adorning their tips they can true masters of flight in this unforgiving environment. Henry Bowers' artistic rendition takes us inside Amundsen's Tent at South Pole - January 1912; a testament to human resilience and triumph against all odds. It serves as a reminder of the incredible feats achieved by these explorers.