Southern Ocean Collection (page 2)

Iceberg, eroded by waves, Ross Sea, Antarctica. February 2017. Photographed for The Freshwater Project

Aerial view of the Ross Ice Shelf, the largest ice shelf of Antarctica, near Cape Crozier, Ross Island, Ross Sea, Antarctica Photographed for The Freshwater Project

A pair of Australian Sea Lions (Neophoca cinerea) socialising in the shallows. Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia. Southern Ocean. November

Gentoo penguins (Pygoscelis papua) calling, Cuverville Island. Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis Papua) jumping off an iceberg, western Antarctic Peninsula, Southern Ocean

Iceberg at Enterprise Island, Antarctica

Brash ice & distant mountain on the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Ice floating in Paradise Harbour, Antarctica

Mountains at sunset on the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Iceberg in the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Brash ice & distant mountains on the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Brash ice floating below Una Peaks at False Cape Renard, Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Mountains on the Lemaire Channel, Antarctica

Mountains and glacier reflected in Paradise Harbour, Antarctica

Mountains and glacier reflected in the ice strewn sea in Paradise Harbour, Antarctica

Low cloud on mountains and glacier, Paradise Harbour, Antarctica

Iceberg in Wilhelmina Bay, Antarctica

Low cloud at sunset on mountains of Livingstone Island, Antarctica

Ice floating in Wilhelmina Bay, Antarctica

Mountains at sunrise, Wilhelmina Bay, Antarctica

Ice floating in Neko Harbour, Antarctica

Storm clouds & sea mist, Livingstone Island, Antarctica

Low cloud on mountain and glacier, Livingstone Island, Antarctica

Opening in iceberg floating in the Drake Passage, Antarctica

Low cloud on mountain on Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Low cloud over Half Moon Island, South Shetland Islands, Antarctica

Admirals Arch at sunset, Cape du Couedic, Flinders Chase National Park, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia

The Gap, Torndirrup National Park, Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Torndirrup National Park at sunset, Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Lookout tower in Princess Royal Fort, Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Torndirrup National Park, Albany, Western Australia, Australia

View of Princess Royal Harbour, Albany, Western Australia, Australia

Conspicuous Cliffs beach, Walpole, Western Australia, Australia

Salmon beach, D Entrecasteaux National Park, Western Australia, Australia

The Razorback at Loch Ard Gorge, Port Campbell National Park, Great Ocean Road, Victoria, Australia
The Razorback, located at Loch Ard Gorge precinct along Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia, is a limestone rock formation with sharp edges

Wandering Albatross on the Southern Ocean near Drake's Passage close to the Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica, Polar Regions

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Portrait of two adults exhibiting courting behavior

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Portrait of two courting king penguins

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. Sunset at South Georgia

Southern Ocean, near South Georgia. Patterns created by the ship in the glassy water

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Drygalski Fjord, Resting Glacier. Details of ice in the Resting Glacier

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Salisbury Plain, Snowy peaks surround Salisbury Plain

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Fortuna Bay, reindeer, Rangifer tarandus. Reindeer graze on mosses in Fortuna Bay

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A king penguin surfs the waves to the shore

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. A young elephant seal mouths the flipper of another

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Antarctic fur seal. Portrait of a very young fur seal pup with blue eyes

Southern Ocean, South Georgia. King penguin chicks stand together with adults in the background

Southern Ocean, South Georgia, Drygalski Fjord. An Antarctic storm blows up where the wind flattens the waves in this protected area

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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.