Southern Ocean Collection (page 13)

King Penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus patagonicus) nominate subspecies, adult male, trumpeting, close-up of head, South Georgia, March

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) adult, calling, incubating egg on nest in nesting colony, Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, December

Gentoo Penguin (Pygoscelis papua) albino, adult, standing on rocks, Waterboat Point, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, January

White-capped Albatross (Thalassarche steadi) immature, in flight over sea, off New Zealand, March

Wandering Albatross (Diomedea exulans) subadult, in flight over sea, Southern Ocean, Antarctica, January

Port Lockroy Antarctic base F008 / 3617
Port Lockroy Antarctic base. View over the British Antarctic base at Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Territory, Antarctic Peninsula. Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Base

Port Lockroy Antarctic base F008 / 3649
Port Lockroy Antarctic base. View over the British Antarctic base at Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Territory, Antarctic Peninsula. Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Base

Antarctica, artwork C014 / 2023
Antarctica. Artwork showing the continent of Antarctica in a spherical projection centred on the South Pole, where lines of latitude and longitude converge

Antarctic continent and ice cap, artwork
Antarctic continent and ice cap. Artwork showing the Antarctic ice cap (white) raised up to show the lakes and rivers that exist underneath on the land mass of the continent of Antarctica

Brown algae on a high energy shoreline C015 / 1595
A silicaceous limestone ledge exposed at low tide on a high energy shore at Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia. High energy shores are characterised by exposure to large bodies of water

Marine algae on a high energy shoreline C015 / 1590
A silicaceous limestone ledge exposed at low tide on a high energy shore at Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia. High energy shores are characterised by exposure to large bodies of water

Cape Horn, Chile C014 / 1002
Cape Horn. View across the waters of the Drake Passage to Cape Horn on Hornos Island. Cape Horn is the southernmost headland of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago of southern Chile

Thermohaline circulation, artwork C016 / 8121
Thermohaline circulation. Computer artwork showing all 3 layers (shallow, middle and deep) of the large slow global currents driven by thermohaline circulation

Thermohaline circulation, artwork C016 / 8122
Thermohaline circulation. Computer artwork showing the large slow global currents (dotted line) driven by thermohaline circulation in the North Atlantic (upper right) and eastern Pacific (lower left)

Global surface currents 2005-2007 C016 / 8117
Global surface currents 2005-2007. Computer visualisation showing ocean surface currents around the world, centred on the Pacific Ocean, during the period from June 2005 to December 2007

Global surface currents 2005-2007 C016 / 8116
Global surface currents 2005-2007. Computer visualisation showing ocean surface currents around the world, centred on the Indian Ocean, during the period from June 2005 to December 2007

Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula C016 / 8078
Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula. Lemaire Channel is a strait off Antarctica, located between Kiev Peninsula and Booth Island

Leopard seal on a beach C016 / 8076
Leopard seal on a beach. Leopard seals (Hydrurga leptonyx) are found in open and coastal waters around Antarctica, as well as New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and South America

Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula C016 / 8068
Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula. Lemaire Channel is a strait off Antarctica, located between Kiev Peninsula and Booth Island

Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula C016 / 8067
Lemaire Channel, Antarctic peninsula. Lemaire Channel is a strait off Antarctica, located between Kiev Peninsula and Booth Island

Australia and New Zealand, 3D artwork C015 / 6576
Australia and New Zealand. 3D computer graphic map of Australia and New Zealand, and the surrounding sea floor in the Pacific and Southern oceans

Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3720
Indian Ocean, surface temperatures and clouds. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data

Indian Ocean, surface temperatures C016 / 3716
Indian Ocean, surface temperatures. Computer graphic of the Indian Ocean on an Earth globe, generated using satellite and mapping data. Cloud-free satellite images show the natural land colours

Port Lockroy Antarctic base C013 / 7500
Port Lockroy Antarctic base. View over the British Antarctic base at Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Territory, Antarctic Peninsula. Port Lockroy, British Antarctic Base

Antarctic icebergs C013 / 7494
Antarctic icebergs. Large icebergs off the coast of the Antarctic Peninsula

Antarctic iceberg C013 / 7493
Antarctic iceberg. Large mushroom-shaped iceberg off the coast of the Antarctic Peninsula

A small pod of Type B killer whales (Orcinus orca) in Neko Harbor, Andvord Bay, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Icebergs near Booth Island, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Adult crabeater seal (Lobodon carcinophaga), Cuverville Island, near the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Snow-capped mountains surround Pleneau Island, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Sunset over icebergs in the Gerlache Strait, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Huge mushroom shaped iceberg in Dorian Bay, western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

A pod of Big Type B killer whales (Orcinus orca) in Antarctic Sound, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Huge blue iceberg near Petermann Island, western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Chinstrap penguin (Pygoscelis antarctica) chick, Hannah Point, Livingston Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Type B killer whales (Orcinus orca) travelling and socializing in Lemaire Channel near the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Adult gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) moulting, Jougla Point, Wiencke Island, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Huge iceberg in Port Lockroy, western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Snow-capped mountains in the Errera Channel on the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Adult southern fulmar (Fulmarus glacialoides) feeding in calm waters in Paradise Bay, Antarctica, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

Huge iceberg amongst sea ice near Petermann Island, western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean, Polar Regions

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The Southern Ocean, a vast and mysterious expanse of water encircling Antarctica, is home to an array of captivating wildlife and awe-inspiring landscapes. In this remote region, the Wandering Albatross takes center stage with its mesmerizing courtship display. With wings spanning up to 11 feet, these magnificent birds gracefully glide above the icy waters, their presence adding a touch of elegance to the rugged surroundings. Albatross Island in South Georgia serves as a breeding ground for these majestic creatures. Here, amidst snow-covered peaks and icy cliffs, they find solace in creating life's most beautiful dance. Their intricate rituals captivate onlookers lucky enough to witness them firsthand. As we venture further into the Antarctic region, islands scattered across the Southern Ocean come into view. The sight of a Wandering Albatross soaring through the sky against this backdrop is truly breathtaking; it reminds us of Earth's boundless beauty and fills our hearts with wonder. Moving away from Antarctica but still within the realm of the Southern Ocean lies Australia's Twelve Apostles - towering limestone stacks that rise majestically from Victoria's coastline. This natural wonder stands as a testament to nature's power and resilience. Returning once more to Antarctica, we encounter another remarkable species: the Adult Antarctic Shag caring for its chick at Jougla Point in Port Lockroy. Amidst freezing temperatures and harsh conditions, these devoted parents ensure their offspring thrive in this unforgiving environment. Further south on South Georgia Island awaits another spectacle – a pair of King Penguins waddling along pristine shores against an otherworldly backdrop. These regal creatures symbolize resilience in adversity as they adapt to survive amid ice-cold waters and relentless winds. Not far away at Mickelson Harbor lies yet another enchanting scene – adult Gentoo Penguins leaping fearlessly into frigid seas.