South Georgia Collection (page 4)

Fur seal pup. Gold Harbor, South Georgia Islands

Seal pups on the beach of Gold Harbor, South Georgia Islands

King penguin close-up showing the colorful curves of their feathers. St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia Islands

King penguin rookery. St. Andrews Bay, South Georgia Islands

Male and female Elephant seals. Grytviken. South Georgia Islands

Resting Elephant seal. Grytviken. South Georgia Islands

King penguin rookery at Salisbury Plain. South Georgia Islands

King penguin rookery on Gold Harbor. South Georgia Islands

Rainbow over iceberg, South Georgia in the South Atlantic Ocean

Portrait of Southern Elephant Seal (Mirounga leonina), the largest species of pinniped. South-Georgia, Antarctica, January

Southern elephant seal (Mirounga leonina) close up of sleeping individual, South Georgia. Taken on location for BBC Frozen Planet series, 2008

King Penguin chicks (Aptenodytes patagonicus) huddling together in blowing snow for safety as they await the return of their parents from the sea. Gold Harbor, South Georgia, South Atlantic Islands

Antarctica, King Penguin, walking

Close-up of the colorful neck feathers of a King Penguin
A close-up image of the colorful orange and yellow neck feathers of a King Penguin

Southern Elephant Seal - showing size comparison with King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus)
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Hercules Bay with cruise ship anchored South Georgia November

King Penguin Aptenodytes patagonicus chicks Gold Harbour South Georgia November

Southern Fulmar Fulmarus glacialoides Southern Ocean November

Gentoo Penguins Pygoscelis papua being aggressive South Georgia November

Antarctic Prion Pachyptila desolata off South Georgia NOvember

Southern Giant Petrel Macronectes giganteus on seal carcass South Georgia

King Penguin Aptenodytes patagonicus chick begging for food Gold Harbour South Georgia November

King Penguin Aptenodytes patagonicus adult Gold Harbour South Georgia November

Gentoo Penguins Pygoscelis papua Gold Harbour South Georgia November

Southern Elephant Seal Mirounga leonina beachmaster bellowing to warn rival males Gold Harbour South Georgia October

Macaroni Penguin Eudyptes chrysolophus Cooper Bay South Georgia November

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Black-browed Albatross Thalassarche melanophrys Southern Ocean off Cape Horn November

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Southern Fulmar Fulmarus glacialoides Southern Ocean

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Southern Fulmar Fulmarus glacialoides Southern Ocean

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Antarctic Prion Pachyptila desolata Drake Passage Southern Ocean November

Tourist at Shackletons Grave, Grytviken, South Georgia

Wandering Albatross, Diomedia exulans, pair, Albatross Island, Bay of Isles, South Georgia, January

A colony of penguins on a beach at dawn

Group of king penguins on the beach entering the ocean, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Group of King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) lined up on the beach at the waters edge entering the cold waters of the Southern Ocean on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Southern Elephant Seal bull growling at a gentoo penguin on the beach, Antarctica
Close-up of a southern elephant seal bull (Mirounga leonina) on the beach growling at a gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) passing by; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Close-up portrait of a Southern Elephant Seal pup, Antarctica
Close-up portrait of a southern elephant seal pup (Mirounga leonina) looking out; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Rookery of king penguins with snowy sheathbills on the shores of South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Colony of king penguins, Aptenodytes patagonicus, on South Georgia Island

Portrait of Antarctic fur seal, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Close-up portrait of an Antarctic fur seal (Arctocephalus gazella) looking at camera; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Southern Ocean and icy mountain peaks, South Georgia Island, South Georgia, Antarctica
The Southern Ocean with ice boulders and the hazy snow covered mountain peaks in the background on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Group of king penguins on the beach waiting to enter the ocean, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Group of King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) lined up on the beach at the waters edge waiting to enter the cold waters of the Southern Ocean on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Southern Elephant Seal pups play fighting, Antarctica
Portrait of two southern elephant seal pups (Mirounga leonina) with comical expressions play fighting; South Georgia Island, Antarctica

Line up of king penguins walking along the snow covered tundra, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Line up of King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) walking along the snow covered tundra on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Jagged mountain of packed ice on South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Jagged mountain of packed ice on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Blowing snow over the glacial ice, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Blowing snow over the glacial ice on South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

King penguins in small groups on the tundra with blowing snow, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) standing in small groups up on the wintry tundra with blowing snow, South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

Colony of king penguins in groups on the tundra with blowing snow, South Georgia Island, Antarctica
Colony of King Penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) standing in groups and lined up on the wintry tundra with blowing snow, South Georgia Island; South Georgia, Antarctica

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South Georgia, a mesmerizing paradise nestled in the heart of Antarctica, is home to an array of captivating wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. As you wander through this enchanting land, prepare to be spellbound by the majestic courtship display of the Wandering Albatross on Albatross Island. Their graceful dance in the sky is a testament to nature's wonders. Leith Harbour welcomes visitors with open arms as they arrive aboard the S. S. Coronda, offering a glimpse into South Georgia's rich history. The remains of the abandoned Christian Salvesen and Co. Ltd whaling station stand as silent witnesses to a bygone era when man exploited these pristine waters. In Royal Bay, witness an extraordinary sight - King Penguins engaging in pre-mating behavior. Their elegant movements and regal demeanor create an atmosphere filled with anticipation and romance. As you venture further into this icy wonderland, encounter Macaroni Penguins at Polar Regions' Royal Bay. These quirky creatures with their vibrant yellow crests will surely bring a smile to your face. Prion Island unveils another spectacle as an adult Wandering Albatross takes flight against a backdrop of untouched beauty. Its wingspan seems infinite as it soars effortlessly through the crisp Antarctic air. Grytviken tells tales of adventure and exploration with its old Whaling Ship Petrel standing proudly amidst Gentoo Penguins who have made this place their own sanctuary. The journey continues towards breeding sites where King Penguins cross water fearlessly for love's sake. Witnessing these devoted pairs embark on such treacherous journeys showcases their unwavering commitment to family life. Finally, let your gaze linger upon Gentoo Penguins basking in South Georgia's glory while mountains majestically rise behind them like guardians protecting this frozen utopia from harm. South Georgia beckons explorers seeking solace amidst nature's grandeur; it invites dreamers yearning for encounters that stir emotions deep within.