Glaciers in the Antarctic Peninsula are Moving Faster During the Summers
Researchers analyzed 10,000+ satellite images taken from 2014 to 2021 to measure the seasonal velocity of 105 glaciers on the Antarctic Peninsula.
World’s Biggest Iceberg
Currently, the largest iceberg in the world is A-23A, with an area of 3,880 square kilometers.
Oldest National Park in Europe
Established in 1909, Sarek in Sweden is Europe’s oldest national park.
Melting Glaciers and Larger Lakes
A global survey that used satellite data has determined that overall, glacial lakes have increased in volume almost 50% since 1990.
Why Is Antarctica’s Snow Turning Green?
The coasts of the northern Antarctic Peninsula are seasonally turning green, orange, and red – all thanks to microscopic algae.