Antarctica

Emperor penguins could go extinct by 2100 Stefan Christmann/naturepl.com Two of Antarctica’s most iconic species, the emperor penguin (Aptenodytes forsteri) and the Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella), have declined so dramatically and rapidly that they have been classified as endangered on the IUCN Red List. A third Antarctic species, the…

China has completed its first hot-water drilling test in East Antarctica, reaching a record depth of 3,413 meters and surpassing the previous international record for the excavation method. The mission, carried out on Feb. 5 as part of the 42nd Chinese Antarctic Expedition, was jointly led by the Polar Research…

The Antarctic Circumpolar Current carries more than 100 times the total flow of all the world's rivers combined. It circles Antarctica without being blocked by land, making it one of the most important drivers of the global climate system. New research published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy…

A new analysis projects that as much as 120,610 square kilometers of new, ice-free land could emerge in Antarctica by 2300. (Image credit: NASA Goddard Space Flight Center) A warming climate could expose a Pennsylvania-sized chunk of ice-free land in Antarctica by 2300, which could drastically reshape Antarctic geopolitics as…

Krill-harvesting company alleges crash was 'deliberate attack,' putting its crew in danger Published Apr 01, 2026  •  2 minute read In this photo provided by the Captain Paul Watson Foundation, the M/V Bandero, a Captain Paul Watson Foundation vessel, collides with the Antarctic Sea, a vessel operated by Aker Qrill…

A sweeping genetic survey of Antarctic waters reveals a hidden microbial world with untold influence on Earth’s climate. The ocean surrounding Antarctica may look remote and empty, but it quietly helps regulate the planet’s climate. This region, known as the Southern Ocean, absorbs enormous amounts of heat and carbon dioxide…

The brittle crunch of snow underfoot in Antarctica is a stark contrast to the sandy beaches of Hawaii, where Peter Gorham works on much of his research. But Antarctica has something that Hawaii does not: Ice. “There's something that is a super important characteristic of ice that many people aren't…

Warming in Antarctica could accelerate in the coming decades due to a phenomenon called polar amplification. (Image credit: Ruben Earth via Getty Images) Antarctica could heat up 1.4 times faster than the rest of the Southern Hemisphere over the coming decades, which would lock in extreme sea-level rise and ravage…

A pioneering robotic submarine that explored beneath Antarctica’s glaciers has been lost, but its discoveries are reshaping our understanding of ice melt as a more advanced successor is prepared to continue the mission. A new robotic submarine is set to take over where Ran left off...Read More

When you are thinking of unforgettable holiday experiences with your loved ones and partner, you need to pick destinations that are different from others. Antarctica is the ultimate destination for families and couples seeking a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. With its pristine icy landscapes, towering glaciers, and unique wildlife, it offers an…